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FIFA highlights all 43 goals from outside the penalty area at the 2026 World Cup. Lionel Messi broke the record for most long-range goals in tournament history, while Jurgen Klinsmann noted a doubling of such goals compared to 2022.
France defeated Morocco 2-0 to become the first team into the World Cup semi-finals. With Kylian Mbappe and Ousmane Dembele leading the attack, Les Bleus are favorites to win the 2026 title. Patrick Vieira says this squad could be the best ever.
Kylian Mbappe scored his eighth goal of the tournament and Ousmane Dembele added a second as France defeated Morocco 2-0 to advance to the World Cup semi-finals. Mbappe's goal made up for an earlier penalty miss.
The FIFA Power Rankings, powered by Aramco, reveal the biggest movers after the World Cup group stage. Ousmane Dembele, Jude Bellingham, and Rodri are among those who climbed significantly in attacking, creativity, and defending categories.
Ousmane Dembélé scored a hat-trick as France defeated Norway 4-1 in a friendly, showcasing the team's depth and reinforcing their status as World Cup favorites. The performance highlighted France's abundance of talent beyond stars like Mbappé and Haaland.
Ousmane Dembele scored a first-half hat-trick as France beat Norway 4-1 to finish top of Group I at the World Cup. Norway played without star striker Erling Haaland.
Ousmane Dembélé scored his second career World Cup goal at the 2026 tournament, marking a milestone for the French forward.
France forward Ousmane Dembele scored a hat-trick in the opening 32 minutes of their World Cup Group I match against Norway in Boston.
Ousmane Dembélé scored a hat-trick for France in 35 minutes. Having had zero goals at World Cup or Euros until a week ago, he now has 4 World Cup goals.
Ousmane Dembélé scored his first career goal at the World Cup. The milestone came during the tournament.
Kylian Mbappé expressed confidence in Ousmane Dembélé, calling him calm and a Ballon d'Or winner with the trust of the group and staff. He believes Dembélé will improve and become a decisive player.
Ousmane Dembélé told Marca he believes leaving FC Barcelona was the right decision, despite his attachment to the club. He said it was time to move on and that signing for PSG was important to him.
Ousmane Dembele has defended Kylian Mbappe against intense criticism, calling it unfair and excessive. The France teammates are set to start in the World Cup opener against Senegal.
Ousmane Dembélé says Zinedine Zidane is a legend and a reference, and hopes he becomes the new France head coach one day.
Ousmane Dembélé praised Lionel Messi, calling him the best player he has ever seen and warning that the 38-year-old can still win the World Cup.
Ousmane Dembélé says there are too many critics towards Kylian Mbappé, calling him an incredible top player and a great person off the pitch.
