BREAKING NEWS
NBA PLAYOFFS: LAKERS EDGE OUT WARRIORS IN THRILLING GAME 7 • MLB TRADE RUMORS: YANKEES EYEING STAR PITCHER • TENNIS: ALCARAZ DOMINATES FRENCH OPEN SEMIFINALS • TRANSFER: BELLINGHAM TO REAL MADRID CONFIRMED • UCL: HAALAND'S HATTRICK SENDS MAN CITY TO THE FINAL • NBA PLAYOFFS: LAKERS EDGE OUT WARRIORS IN THRILLING GAME 7 • MLB TRADE RUMORS: YANKEES EYEING STAR PITCHER • TENNIS: ALCARAZ DOMINATES FRENCH OPEN SEMIFINALS • TRANSFER: BELLINGHAM TO REAL MADRID CONFIRMED • UCL: HAALAND'S HATTRICK SENDS MAN CITY TO THE FINAL •
Off The Bench
HOMEFOOTBALLSCORESTRANSFERSBASKETBALLTENNISMORE
SEARCH
OFF THE BENCH
HOMEFOOTBALLSCORESTRANSFERSBASKETBALLTENNISMORE
SEARCH

SEARCH

368 results for “France”

Mbappé’s Valdebebas absence: Real Madrid’s star faces fresh uncertainty after Nations League setback
FIFA WORLD CUP

Mbappé’s Valdebebas absence: Real Madrid’s star faces fresh uncertainty after Nations League setback

Kylian Mbappé’s return from France’s UEFA Nations League campaign was overshadowed by an injury that has left Real Madrid’s star with an unexplained two-day absence from training. With the forward’s recovery now under scrutiny, the club faces another tactical headache as they prepare for a crucial La Liga showdown against Atlético Madrid.

1 Oct 2026
Atlético MadridFIFA World CupFrance
Kylian Mbappé’s knee injury rules him out…
FIFA WORLD CUP

Kylian Mbappé’s knee injury rules him out…

Kylian Mbappé’s knee injury rules him out of France’s Nations League opener against Belgium, leaving Ousmane Dembélé to step into the captain’s role. With Zidane’s squad already reshaped by suspensions and injuries, the tactical challenge for Les Bleus begins in Brussels—where Belgium, led by Van Bommel’s aggressive start, will test a France without its star.

30 Sept 2026
FIFA World CupFranceItaly
Paul Pogba’s Unexpected Return to Football: Turkish Second Division Club Bursaspor Pursues Former United Star
ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE

Paul Pogba’s Unexpected Return to Football: Turkish Second Division Club Bursaspor Pursues Former United Star

After years of high-profile flops and off-field controversies, Paul Pogba’s career appears to have taken another dramatic turn—this time toward a Turkish second-tier club chasing promotion. Fresh discussions with Bursaspor suggest a potential return to competitive football, though the path remains fraught with uncertainty.

30 Sept 2026
English Premier LeagueManchester United
Michael Olise’s potential new deal at Bayern…
ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE

Michael Olise’s potential new deal at Bayern…

Michael Olise’s potential new deal at Bayern Munich, Liverpool’s imminent signing, and Julian Ward’s first transfer move are reshaping the summer transfer market. The next chapter of these high-profile stories is unfolding—here’s what’s certain.

30 Sept 2026
Bayern MunichEnglish Premier LeagueFrance
Spain’s World Cup homecoming: Lamine Yamal’s firepower dismantles Croatia in Nations League opener
FIFA WORLD CUP

Spain’s World Cup homecoming: Lamine Yamal’s firepower dismantles Croatia in Nations League opener

Spain’s first home match since lifting the World Cup trophy was never in doubt after Lamine Yamal’s blistering start delivered a 4-1 victory over Croatia in the UEFA Nations League. The teenager’s two goals and assist cemented his status as the nation’s most dangerous young talent.

29 Sept 2026
CroatiaFIFA World CupSpain
FWC
FIFA World Cup
FIFA WORLD CUP

Michael Olise’s decisive strike against Belgium fuels Ballon d’Or debate

Olise’s 88th‑minute winner for France against Belgium has reignited calls for his inclusion among this year’s Ballon d’Or favourites. The French playmaker’s impact across club and country is now being measured against the tournament’s traditional heavyweights.

29 Sept 2026
FIFA World CupFrance
Olise’s 88th-Minute Masterclass: France’s Nations League Dominance Under Zidane
FIFA WORLD CUP

Olise’s 88th-Minute Masterclass: France’s Nations League Dominance Under Zidane

Michael Olise’s late winner sealed France’s 1-0 victory over Belgium in the UEFA Nations League, extending Zinedine Zidane’s unbeaten start as coach. The Bayern star’s clinical finish from deep inside his own half underscored Les Bleus’ tactical edge and the lethal potential of their substitutes.

29 Sept 2026
Bayern MunichBelgiumFIFA World Cup
EPL
English Premier League
ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE

Zinedine Zidane has pre-selected Liverpool’s Jérémy Jacquet…

Zinedine Zidane has pre-selected Liverpool’s Jérémy Jacquet for his first senior France call-up, sparking comparisons to Virgil van Dijk and a declaration that the 21-year-old will dominate the center-back role for a decade. His composure, leadership, and physical dominance at Anfield have already earned him a reputation as a generational talent—one France cannot afford to ignore.

29 Sept 2026
English Premier LeagueFIFA World CupFrance
Real Madrid’s Kylian Mbappé avoids surgery after near-miss knee injury—El Clásico now in play
FOOTBALL

Real Madrid’s Kylian Mbappé avoids surgery after near-miss knee injury—El Clásico now in play

Kylian Mbappé has dodged the operating room after a hyperextension of his left knee left him nursing a scare during France’s Nations League win over Turkey. Real Madrid’s relief is palpable as the French forward embarks on a cautious recovery, with a return for the upcoming El Clásico against Barcelona now within reach.

29 Sept 2026
Real MadridSpanish La Liga
Giroud Signals Farewell: France Legend Confirms Likely Retirement After 2024 Season
FIFA WORLD CUP

Giroud Signals Farewell: France Legend Confirms Likely Retirement After 2024 Season

Olivier Giroud, a World Cup-winning striker and France’s all-time leading scorer, has confirmed he will likely retire at season’s end—just days before his 40th birthday. The Lille forward’s candid admission marks the end of an era for a player who defined an era of French football.

29 Sept 2026
FIFA World CupFrance
Zinedine Zidane has opened up about the…
FIFA WORLD CUP

Zinedine Zidane has opened up about the…

Zinedine Zidane has opened up about the visceral reaction that followed Michael Olise’s solo winner for France against Belgium, revealing the unfiltered joy of a moment that defined a generation of talent.

29 Sept 2026
Bayern MunichFIFA World CupFrance
Real Madrid’s Midfield Puzzle: Valverde’s Race to Recovery Before Villarreal Showdown
FOOTBALL

Real Madrid’s Midfield Puzzle: Valverde’s Race to Recovery Before Villarreal Showdown

Federico Valverde’s ankle sprain and Kylian Mbappé’s knee hyperextension have left Real Madrid’s midfield and attack in flux ahead of the Villarreal clash. With both players still in contention for October 10, the club’s tactical adjustments—and the stakes of a potential double absence—are now under scrutiny.

29 Sept 2026
Real MadridSpanish La Liga
Emile Witbooi: The 18-Year-Old Storming South Africa’s Football Future
FOOTBALL

Emile Witbooi: The 18-Year-Old Storming South Africa’s Football Future

Emile Witbooi is no longer just another name in South African football’s pipeline. At 17, he was a promising talent with potential; at 18, he is a player whose stock has surged so rapidly that even

29 Sept 2026
FC Barcelona’s Lamine Yamal has declared that he wants to stay at the club long term
FOOTBALL

FC Barcelona’s Lamine Yamal has declared that he wants to stay at the club long term

FC Barcelona’s Lamine Yamal has declared that winning the Champions League is a ‘matter of fate,’ while a striking 2007 photograph of the young winger with Lionel Messi—now a World Cup final opponent—has reignited speculation about destiny’s hand in his rise. At just 19, Yamal stands on the brink of history, poised to become Spain’s youngest-ever European and World Cup champion, inheriting the legacy of a club and nation built on Messi’s genius.

29 Sept 2026
BarcelonaSpanish La Liga
Olise’s 88th-Minute Masterclass: Zidane’s France Defeat Belgium in Nations League Rematch
FIFA WORLD CUP

Olise’s 88th-Minute Masterclass: Zidane’s France Defeat Belgium in Nations League Rematch

Zinedine Zidane’s France secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Belgium in the UEFA Nations League, with Michael Olise’s sublime solo goal sealing the win. The match showcased tactical resilience and individual brilliance as Zidane’s side adapted without Kylian Mbappé, proving their depth in attack.

29 Sept 2026
FIFA World CupFrance
←PREVIOUS
1…89101112…25
NEXT→
Page 10 of 25

OFF THE BENCH

Your destination for breaking sports news, match analysis, live scores, and tactical coverage from major leagues across the globe.

Xfin

SPORTS

FootballTransfersMatch Centre

FOOTBALL

Premier LeagueChampions LeagueLa LigaSerie A

COMPANY & INFO

About UsContactPrivacy PolicyTerms of Service

© 2026 Off The Bench. All rights reserved.

Live scores and statistical data supplied for editorial coverage.