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Real Madrid cruised to a 3-0 win over Schalke in a preseason friendly. Mbappé opened with a sharp early goal and looked lively, Vinícius Júnior appeared off pace in the early fixtures, Fede Valverde showed better balance alongside Bernardo Silva, Mourinho faces a tactical puzzle to fit Arda Güler and Jude Bellingham together, and Carlos Espi stood out with strong pressing and hold‑up play.
France enter the Dallas semifinal as favorites after a string of multi-goal wins and Mbappé’s record-chasing form, while Spain dominate possession but face Lamine Yamal’s fitness doubts and the test of breaking through a France side powered by Mbappé, Dembélé, and creator Michael Olise; with Bastille Day on the line, the winner advances to the final in a clash that already feels final-like.
Lamine Yamal starred as Spain beat Austria 3-0 to reach the World Cup 2026 last 16, becoming the youngest European player to win 10 major-tournament matches and surpassing Mbappé; he and Barcelona teammate Cubarsi were the first teenagers to start a World Cup game together since 1958, as Spain head to Dallas to face either Croatia or Portugal.
France extended its World Cup dominance by routing Sweden 2-0 in the knockout round, with Mbappé scoring again to set the knockout goals record while a rejuvenated Olise–Barcola pairing sparked a fluid, relentless attack; the display solidifies France as the team to beat and tightens their path toward a final as Deschamps reshapes the squad with fresh talent.
Argentina captain Lionel Messi moved to the top of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Golden Boot standings with 6 goals after coming on as a substitute and scoring a superb free-kick against Jordan; Kylian Mbappé and Ousmane Dembele are tied for second with 4 goals each, while Vinícius Júnior and Erling Haaland also have 4, as Argentina finish the group stage with three wins.
Rayan Cherki shone for a rotated France side by scoring in a 2-1 defeat to Ivory Coast, who benefited from Diallo’s second-half strike after Guela Doue’s equaliser. Despite Mbappe’s near-misses and France’s early dominance, defensive lapses and limited impact from subs left Deschamps’ team with concerns ahead of the World Cup in a disjointed warm-up.
Former Barcelona director Toni Freixa blasted the stoppage-time penalty for Real Madrid's Kylian Mbappe and the nine minutes of added time as a 'real scandal,' accusing officials of bias as Madrid beat Rayo Vallecano and narrowed the La Liga gap to Barcelona.
Xabi Alonso expressed optimism for Real Madrid's upcoming matches, emphasizing team performance, player fitness, and squad depth, while also discussing key players' injuries, potential transfers, and the development of young players like Endrick.
Kylian Mbappé has been diagnosed with a left knee sprain after medical tests by Real Madrid, and his recovery will be monitored.
Kylian Mbappe was awarded €60 million in unpaid wages by a Paris court after a dispute with PSG, which failed to pay him for several months before his transfer to Real Madrid. The case highlighted contractual disagreements and legal battles over his departure and compensation, with the court ruling in Mbappe's favor on unpaid wages but dismissing other claims.
A French labour court ordered PSG to pay Kylian Mbappe 60 million euros in unpaid salary and bonuses, ending a legal dispute over withheld earnings before his transfer to Real Madrid, affirming the application of labour law in professional football.
Real Madrid secured a 2-1 victory over Barcelona in El Clásico under Xabi Alonso, leading La Liga and showcasing tactical strength despite injuries and absences. Key players like Mbappé and Bellingham performed well, while Alonso's management and team dynamics remain focal points for future matches.
Xabi Alonso praised his team's strategic play against low blocks, highlighting the importance of shooting from outside and controlling the game, after Real Madrid's 2-0 victory over Espanyol. He emphasized the significance of player returns, tactical flexibility, and individual performances, including those of Bellingham, Camavinga, and Vinicius Jr., as key to their ongoing growth and success.
Real Madrid secured a 2-1 victory over Marseille with standout performances from Thibaut Courtois and Kylian Mbappé, who scored twice. Key players like Álvaro Carreras and Aurélien Tchouaméni excelled, while injuries and a red card impacted the game. The match highlighted Madrid's resilience and individual brilliance, especially Mbappé's all-around effort.
Xabi Alonso expressed his happiness with Alvaro Carreras' arrival and praised his performance, while reflecting on Real Madrid's recent 2-1 win over Mallorca, the team's progress in pre-season, and the importance of continuous improvement ahead of the Champions League. Alonso also commented on Kylian Mbappé's performance, emphasizing his potential to score more goals.