Kylian Mbappé embraces leadership role for France to urge team humility
Didier Deschamps’ decision to give the inspirational forward the captaincy has paid off with no complacency on their run to the semi-finals
Mbappé stunner ends Morocco resistance to send France into World Cup semi-finals
Kylian Mbappé scored a stunning opener after a first-half penalty miss in France’s 2-0 victory against Morocco to reach the World Cup semi-finals
France’s Deschamps unruffled by Argentinian officials helming Morocco quarter-final
A repeat of 2022’s Argentina v France final is still possible but Didier Deschamps said of the all-Argentinian officiating team: ‘We have to deal with it. I trust the referees’
Statesman, comedian and dealer of hard truths: how Kylian Mbappé became the king of this World Cup
The Frenchman is a footballer, flautist and a thespian. There’s no question he is the most thrilling and compelling figure at this year’s tournament
Paraguay showed France can be stifled – Morocco will have taken note | Paul MacInnes
This was the least convincing performance by the World Cup favourites and their quarter-final opponents will also make it uncomfortable for them
France deliver knockout punch to Paraguay in the Battle of Philadelphia
In today’s Football Daily: Kylian Mbappé and co have the last laugh
French football chief condemns Chilavert’s remarks that Les Bleus are ‘a squad from Africa’
Philippe Diallo says the former Paraguay goalkeeper has ‘fallen into disgrace’ after his remarks about France’s roster
Mbappé becomes leader of France’s collective under Deschamps’ regime of trust
Les Bleus’ thrilling front four is built on the spirit the head coach has fostered in his squad, allowing them to be both secure and adventurous
United, free and brilliant – can anyone stop France masterclass?
France boss Didier Deschamps urges caution despite watching his side dismantle Sweden to leave Les Bleus fans dreaming of winning the World Cup.