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Dembele extends Ballon d'Or "curse" at World Cup

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After France's 0-2 loss to Spain in the World Cup 2026 semi-finals, Ousmane Dembele failed to become the first player to win the tournament as the reigning Ballon d'Or holder, thereby extending a "curse" that has persisted for nearly 70 years.

The 'hidden' lifestyle of Spain's national team star

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Despite consistently scoring for the Spanish national team at the 2026 World Cup, striker Mikel Oyarzabal maintains a discreet lifestyle, avoiding media attention.

The dining table of the French national team

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Through meals at the French team's World Cup 2026 hotel, Kylian Mbappe and his teammates reveal unique habits within a naturally established hierarchy.

Paraguay - France:

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Bradley Barcola, Michael Olise, Ousmane Dembele, and captain Kylian Mbappe will all start as France faces Paraguay in the round of 16 at the 2026 World Cup. Kick-off is at 4h.

10 most beautiful goals of the World Cup 2026 group stage

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Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe, and Ousmane Dembele all left their mark with spectacular long-range strikes in the World Cup 2026 group stage.

Why Messi's man of the match award differs from Dembele's

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The man of the match trophy Lionel Messi held did not look like the award Ousmane Dembele received at the 2026 World Cup.

Dembele dissatisfied despite hat-trick against Norway

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Despite scoring three goals to help France defeat Norway 4-1 and finish first in World Cup 2026 Group I, Ousmane Dembele still rated his performance against Senegal as more convincing.