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China takes Mbappé's apology 'seriously' after backlash over his ‘Chinese dictator’ comments
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Real Madrid apologise to Chinese people for Mbappe’s Mao ‘dictator’ remark
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Mbappe seeks to defuse anger in China after Mao 'dictator' comment
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Global Soccer Star Kylian Mbappé Just Apologized to China—for a Mao Zedong Meme
Global soccer star Kylian Mbappe and Real Madrid spark a broadcast dispute in China following a Mao Zedong meme controversy.
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Soccer star Kylian Mbappé apologizes for apparent reference to Mao as a ‘dictator’
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Mbappe apologises to China for 'ill-judged' Mao meme comments
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Chinese brands cut ties with French soccer star Mbappé over ‘Chinese dictator’ remark
Chinese sponsors drop soccer star Kylian Mbappé and La Liga issues an apology following remarks referencing Mao Zedong.
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Mbappe dropped by Chinese brands for 'offending national sentiments'
Kylian Mbappé faces significant financial losses as Chinese brands sever ties following a controversial meme involving a 'dictator' remark.
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Harry Kane defies the conquistadors on the night football’s Oscars came to the London Palladium
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Kylian Mbappe loses two major China sponsorship deals over Mao Zedong joke
French soccer star Kylian Mbappé has lost two major Chinese sponsorship deals following a controversial joke regarding Mao Zedong.
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Harry Kane tops Kylian Mbappé for first Ballon d'Or prize, Alexia Putellas wins women's award
Harry Kane captures his first Ballon d'Or prize over Kylian Mbappé, while Alèxia Putellas wins the women's award.
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Real Madrid Isn’t Dead Just Yet
Real Madrid defeats Barcelona in El Clasico, shifting the La Liga title race and sparking fresh football analysis.
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(1) Ballon d’Or 2026: updates from 70th edition in London
The 70th edition of the Ballon d'Or ceremony in London draws global sports coverage as players compete for top football awards.
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2026 Ballon d'Or live updates: Winners, results, reaction
Harry Kane makes history as the first Englishman in 25 years to claim the Ballon d'Or at the 2026 ceremony in London.
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Mourinho’s plan comes together as Real Madrid relaunch with clásico statement
Real Madrid delivers a statement in the Clasico as Kylian Mbappe hits a major milestone and summer signings vindicate Mourinho's tactical plan.
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Ballon d’Or 2026 predictions: Yamal, Mbappe and Kane
Harry Kane clinches the 2026 Ballon d’Or as live streams and accidental leaks ignite global debate.
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Barcelona vs Real Madrid LIVE: LaLiga updates as Yamal and Mbappé go head-to-head in El Clásico
Kylian Mbappé secures a late victory for Jose Mourinho's Real Madrid over Barcelona, marking his 100th goal for the club during El Clásico.
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El Clasico awaits a Yamal vs Mbappe showdown on Mourinho’s return to La Liga
El Clasico features a Yamal versus Mbappe showdown on the occasion of Mourinho's return to La Liga.
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Barcelona vs Real Madrid, La Liga: TV & Streaming, Live Thread
Real Madrid defeated Barcelona at Camp Nou in an El Clásico thriller featuring a double from Kylian Mbappé.
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Barcelona Predicted Lineup vs. Real Madrid: High-Powered Offense Primed for Clasico
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Who should win the men’s Ballon d’Or? The Athletic asked 100 people from elite football to vote
Elite football figures cast votes and players express family suspense as the 2026 Ballon d'Or ceremony approaches.
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Erling Haaland, Kylian Mbappe and the hunt for Cristiano Ronaldo’s Champions League goals record
Erling Haaland and Kylian Mbappe are being tracked in a high-stakes race to break Cristiano Ronaldo's historic Champions League goals record.
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Real Madrid star Kylian Mbappe withdraws from France squad as Zinedine Zidane admits left knee issue 'does not look good'
France national team star Kylian Mbappe has withdrawn from squad duties following a concerning left knee injury reported by Zinedine Zidane.
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BREAKING: Mbappé escapes serious injury, out two weeks
Real Madrid star Kylian Mbappé is expected to be sidelined for approximately two weeks after avoiding a more severe injury.
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Official | Kylian Mbappé leaves France squad after sustaining left knee tendon injury
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Turkey 0-1 France, Italy 0-2 Belgium, Georgia 0-1 Northern Ireland: Nations League
France defeats Turkey 1-0 in the Nations League as Kylian Mbappe scores the winning goal before exiting with an apparent knee injury.
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Xavi versus Klopp was a landmark moment in international football’s new era of big-name managers
Recent international football coverage highlights marquee manager debuts and high-profile reunions across European fixtures.
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Kylian Mbappe, Vinicius Jr and Ibrahima Konate hide Real Madrid’s message of support for Ceuta
Football stars Kylian Mbappe, Vinicius Jr, and Ibrahima Konate spark controversy by covering a Ceuta solidarity message.
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José Mourinho: “There’s nothing but quality on the Real Madrid bench”
Jose Mourinho comments on Real Madrid's bench quality following a match featuring goals from Mbappe and Bellingham.
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Positives and negatives from Real Madrid’s 2-1 victory over Inter Milan
Coverage examines the tactical highs and lows of Real Madrid's 2-1 Champions League victory over Inter Milan.
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Despite victory, Real Madrid have a long way to go under Mourinho
Real Madrid secures a victory over Inter Milan as the Champions League spotlights a high-stakes rivalry between Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland.
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CONFIRMED lineups: Real Madrid vs Málaga, 2026 La Liga
Real Madrid’s 4‑0 win over Málaga cements Mourinho’s flawless opening La Liga campaign.
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CONFIRMED lineups: Real Madrid vs Schalke, 2026 preseason
Real Madrid defeats Schalke 04 in their final preseason test as Kylian Mbappé scores and Jose Mourinho remains unbeaten.
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World Cup's best, most disappointing XIs, from Messi to Pulisic
Sports analysts are debating the 2026 World Cup's top performers and biggest letdowns, centering on stars like Messi, Mbappe, and Pulisic.
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Rodri wins World Cup Golden Ball as Spain dominate awards
Rodri wins the World Cup Golden Ball as Spain dominates tournament awards, outvoting Lionel Messi.
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Messi has work to catch Mbappé for the Golden Boot. A 3rd Golden Ball is in reach in World Cup final
Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappé face off in the 2026 World Cup final amid high-stakes battles for the Golden Boot and Golden Ball.
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Kylian Mbappé passes Lionel Messi's World Cup goal-scoring record
Kylian Mbappé has surpassed Lionel Messi to set a new all-time FIFA World Cup scoring record with 22 career goals.
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England top France 6-4 in thriller, avoid another shocking World Cup collapse: Kylian Mbappe sets goal record
England secures third place in the 2026 World Cup with a 6-4 victory over France, as Kylian Mbappé sets a new all-time scoring record.
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World Cup: Why is there a third-place playoff between France and England?
England defeats France 6-4 in a high-scoring 2026 World Cup third-place playoff featuring a hat trick by Bukayo Saka.
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World Cup top scorer: How will Messi, Mbappe, Kane Golden Boot race be decided?
The World Cup Golden Boot race features top scorers Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe, and Harry Kane competing for the honor.
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French police make 98 arrests after chaos erupts in Paris following World Cup semifinal loss: report
Civil unrest follows France's World Cup semifinal defeat, resulting in 98 arrests in Paris.
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Didier Deschamps Pointing Finger at Referee Masks Real Reason France Lost to Spain
France's World Cup ambitions collapsed in a semifinal shutout loss to Spain, sparking controversy over Coach Didier Deschamps' reaction to officiating.
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Mbappe blames technical, tactical blunders for World Cup semifinal loss
Kylian Mbappé and the French public react with criticism and civil unrest following France's World Cup semifinal defeat to Spain.
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World Cup Daily live: Spain score twice to defeat France, become first finalist
Spain defeated France two-nil to become the first finalist of the tournament, sparking widespread reactions across global media outlets.
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France vs. Spain Is The World Cup Final That Arrived Early
Spain secures a stunning 2-0 World Cup semifinal victory over tournament favourites France.
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Didier Deschamps confirms Kylian Mbappe injury fear as France boss explains star forward's substitution against Morocco
France manager Didier Deschamps addresses injury concerns for Kylian Mbappe following a World Cup quarterfinal clash against Morocco.
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Kylian Mbappe downplays ankle injury after France secure World Cup semifinal spot: 'Everything is OK'
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Kylian Mbappe produces a copy & paste performance as his World Cup battle with Lionel Messi continues to produce magic
Kylian Mbappé has tied Lionel Messi's record for most non-penalty World Cup goals as France advances to the 2026 semifinals.
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Updated World Cup Bracket 2026 After France vs. Morocco Quarterfinal Results
Global interest peaks as the 2026 World Cup moves to the semi-finals while national wrestling championships begin in Fargo.
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World Cup recap: Mbappé, Dembelé strike to send France to last four over Morocco
France advances to the World Cup semifinals following a 2-0 victory over Morocco in the quarterfinal round.
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Paraguayan senator demands apology from Kylian Mbappé, threatens legal action
A Paraguayan senator demands an apology from Kylian Mbappé following a World Cup duel and subsequent racism accusations.
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Paraguay goalie tosses ball at France's Kylian Mbappé after World Cup showdown
Paraguay's goalkeeper provoked France's Kylian Mbappé by tossing a ball at him following a tense World Cup showdown.
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Kylian Mbappé of France scores 19th career World Cup goal, 1 behind Golden Boot rival Messi
Kylian Mbappé secures a quarter-final spot for France amidst heated physical confrontations at the 2026 World Cup.
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2026 World Cup Round of 16: Full schedule and scores
The 2026 FIFA World Cup field has narrowed to eight teams following the conclusion of the Round of 16.
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Victorious Mbappe levels Messi in World Cup golden boot race, did Paraguay’s tactics go too far?
France advances to a World Cup semifinal against Morocco after defeating Paraguay in Philadelphia.
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World Cup Day 24 What to Watch: Kylian Mbappé, France in action; Canada, Morocco meet as Round of 16 kicks off
Round of 16 sees France edge Paraguay as Morocco thumps Canada, setting up quarter‑final battles at the 2026 World Cup
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World Cup superstars on full display as Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland shine in Monday's slate
Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappé, and Erling Haaland delivered high-profile performances during Monday's World Cup matches.
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World Cup sees first weather delay, with France-Iraq game in Philadelphia paused for 2 hours
The World Cup experienced its first weather delay during a match between France and Iraq in Philadelphia, pausing play for two hours.
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Mbappé’s belter steals show as fluid France see off late Senegal challenge
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Kylian Mbappe Is Three Goals Away From World Cup Immortality
Kylian Mbappé enters the 2026 World Cup needing three goals to reach a historic milestone amid discussions regarding his tactical role.