French stars dominate WC Team of the Semi-Finals

FourFourTwoSA selects the World Cup team of round the semi-finals as the French stars shine brightest, writes DEAN WORKMAN.

Pogba urges France to avenge Euros defeat

Paul Pogba has urged France not to let an opportunity to win the World Cup pass as Les Bleus booked their place in Sunday’s showpiece with a 1-0 win over Belgium.

Deschamps eschews artistry in pursuit of greatest prize

There was a pleasing reassurance to be had in St Petersburg around mid-morning on Tuesday.

Highlights: France vs Belgium

France sealed a spot in the World Cup final after beating Belgium 1-0 in their semi-final clash on Tuesday evening.

France edge Belgium to reach WC final

Samuel Umtiti was the unlikely hero as France reached the World Cup final for the third time in 20 years courtesy of a 1-0 win over Belgium in St Petersburg on Tuesday.

Hazard: Playing for Real Madrid is everyone’s dream

Ahead of Belgium’s World Cup semi-final with France, Chelsea’s Eden Hazard has again suggested he wants to move to Real Madrid.

Buffon: Neymar’s WC disappointment could make him stronger

Neymar’s disappointment at the World Cup can fuel the Brazil star to ‘win everything’ at Paris Saint-Germain, according to new teammate Gianluigi Buffon.

Mbappe misses France training ahead of Belgium semi-final

France forward Kylian Mbappe did not take part in training on the eve of their World Cup semi-final against Belgium.

Martinez: De Bruyne deserves more recognition

Kevin De Bruyne’s World Cup performances are worthy of greater praise, according to Belgium head coach Roberto Martinez.

France vs Belgium: Pogba and De Bruyne confronted by Zidane’s path to greatness

For a dominant midfielder aiming to make their mark in the latter stages of an international tournament, Zinedine Zidane undisputably remains the benchmark in the modern era.