Paul Pogba has urged France not to let an opportunity to win the World Cup pass as Les Bleus booked their place in Sunday’s showpiece with a 1-0 win over Belgium.
France sealed a spot in the World Cup final after beating Belgium 1-0 in their semi-final clash on Tuesday evening.
Samuel Umtiti was the unlikely hero as France reached the World Cup final for the third time in 20 years courtesy of a 1-0 win over Belgium in St Petersburg on Tuesday.
France forward Kylian Mbappe did not take part in training on the eve of their World Cup semi-final against Belgium.
Kevin De Bruyne’s World Cup performances are worthy of greater praise, according to Belgium head coach Roberto Martinez.
For a dominant midfielder aiming to make their mark in the latter stages of an international tournament, Zinedine Zidane indisputably remains the benchmark in the modern era. (more…)
Thomas Vermaelen picked out Kylian Mbappe as the major threat to Belgium’s chances of making their first appearance at a World Cup final, saying the 19-year-old forward can ‘decide every match in a flash’. (more…)
SportsClub selects the World Cup team of the quarter-finals as Belgium stars Romelu Lukaku, Eden Hazard and Kevin De Bruyne steal the show, writes DEAN WORKMAN.
Before you make your Superbru picks for the World Cup semi-final action, take a look at SoccerClub’s predictions as Kylian Mbappe set to lead France past Belgium to reach the final. (more…)