Argentina kept their World Cup hopes alive after cruising to victory over Mexico, while France booked their place in the last 16 following their win over Denmark.
Olivier Giroud equalled Thierry Henry's record as France's all-time top goalscorer following his brace in their 4-1 victory over Australia in their opening World Cup 2022 Group D encounter on Tuesday.
Lionel Messi will get what is likely to be his last chance to win the World Cup on Tuesday when Argentina and the current champions France play in Qatar.
Springbok captain Siya Kolisi admits that had to "dig deep" to secure a victory against Italy in Genoa on Saturday afternoon.
Ballon D'Or winner Karim Benzema has been ruled out of the World Cup in Qatar after tearing a muscle in his left thigh, the French Football Federation has confirmed.
France hopes that Karim Benzema and Raphael Varane will be ready to play in their first World Cup game against Australia.
Springbok captain Siya Kolisi praised his team’s attitude and effort despite their narrow 30-26 defeat against France at the Stade Velodrome in Marseille on Saturday.
The Springboks came up short in Marseille after France's late try and a penalty goal to secure an epic Test win by 30-26 on Saturday evening.
Jonathan Danty has been named to start France's Autumn Nations Series Test against South Africa this weekend head coach Fabien Galthie confirmed on Thursday.
France head coach Didier Deschamps has named his 25-player squad for the upcoming 2022 World Cup, with Olivier Giroud and Raphael Varane earning call-ups to the national team.