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Lionel Messi won The Best FIFA men’s player prize for 2022 on Monday on the back of his World Cup triumph with Argentina and Spain’s Alexia Putellas retained the women’s award at a ceremony in Paris. Messi beat his Paris Saint-Germain teammate, and World Cup final rival, Kylian Mbappe to the men’s gong with Ballon … Read More “Lionel Messi Wins Best FIFA Men’s Player Award Ahead Of Kylian Mbappe, Karim Benzema” »
File image of Kylian Mbappe and Lionel Messi together.© AFP world cup winners Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappé and Karim Benzema were announced on Friday as the three finalists for FIFA’s The Best award for last year. Two-time Ballon d’Or winner Alexia Putellas of Spain, England forward Beth Mead and US star alex Morgan was nominated … Read More “Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe, Karim Benzema Nominated For FIFA’s Best Player Award” »
Kylian Mbappé faces three weeks out with a thigh injury and will miss the first leg of Paris Saint-Germain’s Champions League last-16 tie against Bayern Munich on February 14, his club announced Thursday. The France star was hurt during the first half of Wednesday’s 3-1 win at Montpellier in Ligue 1 having earlier saved two … Read More “PSG Lose Injured Kylian Mbappe For First Leg Of Bayern Champions League Tie” »
Kylian Mbappe after the FIFA World Cup final.© Twitter Kylian Mbappé couldn’t possibly have done more for France against Argentina in the final of the 2022 FIFA World Cup. After his side was trailing 2-0 till the 80th minute, Mbappe struck home twice to take the match into extra-time. Then, in the extra-time too, he … Read More ““We Will Return”: Kylian Mbappe’s Post After World Cup Final Heroics For France Is Viral” »
Argentina’s victory over France on Sunday saw them claim the World Cup for the third time, following triumphs in 1978 and 1986. Lionel Messi scored twice in the final at the Lusail Stadium, taking his tally of goals at the tournament to seven, and also scored in the shoot-out as Argentina beat France 4–2 on … Read More “From Lionel Messi To Kylian Mbappe: List Of All Award Winners At 2022 FIFA World Cup” »
Leading bookmakers have told AFP they are praying for Kylian Mbappé and France to triumph over Lionel Messi and Argentina in Sunday’s World Cup final. Overall football’s quadrennial showpiece has been a bonanza for bookmakers due largely to the relatively early departures of England and Brazil. However the sparkling displays by 35-year-old Messi driving on … Read More “Bookmakers Pray Kylian Mbappe Outguns Lionel Messi In FIFA World Cup Final Duel” »
Kylian Mbappe had signed a 3-year deal at PSG in summer© AFP One of the finest players in the world at the moment, Kylian Mbappe has been making headlines ever since he decided to stay at Paris Saint-Germain, extending his contract in the summer for a reported ‘bumper contract’. Only a few details of Mbappe’s … Read More “630 Million Euros In 3 Years? Astounding Details Of Kylian Mbappe’s PSG Contract Leaked: Report” »
File image of Kylian Mbappe© AFP France star Kylian Mbappe and his club Paris-Saint Germain’s relationship has soured so much that the footballer wants to leave the club, according to reports. Mbappe signed a three-year contract extension in May to remain with dominant Ligue 1 side Paris-Saint Germain. However, a report in Marca, quoting sources … Read More “Unhappy Kylian Mbappe Wants To Leave Paris Saint-Germain: Reports” »
Kylian Mbappe scored a stunning opening goal as France shook off injuries to a host of key players and a series of off-field issues to claim a welcome 2-0 win over Austria in the UEFA Nations League in Paris on Thursday. Mbappe showcased his phenomenal pace and strength on the way before finishing … Read More “Nations League: Kylian Mbappe Stars As France Shrug-Off Troubles To Outclass Austria” »
