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Ousmane Dembele

Also known as: Demebele

Ousmane Dembele — French footballer who scored in France's 2-0 World Cup quarter-final victory over Morocco on July 11, 2026.

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  1. May 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

    For a while it looked unlikely as Kai Havertz powered Arsenal ahead after six minutes but Ousmane Dembele's penalty midway through the second half took a tight game to extra time and ultimately spot-kick.

    PSG beat Arsenal on penalties to retain Champions League title
  3. Citizen Digital

    In front of him Gabriel and William Saliba form a formidable centre-back pairing for Ballon d'Or winner Ousmane Dembele to try and break through, amply supported by Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and Desire Doue.

    Key talking points ahead of PSG v Arsenal Champions League final
  4. Citizen Digital

    "At this moment we are thinking about the future -- the future is winning tomorrow, another important trophy, and that's the goal." Luis Enrique confirmed defenders Achraf Hakimi and Nuno Mendes were fit for the final, while forward Ousmane Dembele said he had recovered from a ca

    PSG, Arsenal final has no favourite: Luis Enrique
  5. The Standard

    It was the Spaniard's third Champions League triumph, making him one of only five coaches to complete a hat-trick -- the first coming with Barcelona in 2015.For a while it looked unlikely as Kai Havertz powered Arsenal ahead after six minutes but Ousmane Dembele's penalty midway

    PSG beat Arsenal on penalties to retain Champions League title
  6. Citizen Digital

    re are matches when you may not manage to score or assist but still help the team as much as you can, which is exactly the strategy that our team applies." Kvaratskhelia is keen to point out the quality of his team-mates at the French champions, including forwards Ousmane Dembele

    Wing kings Kvaratskhelia, Saka can decide Champions League final
  7. Citizen Digital

    Ballon d'Or winner Ousmane Dembele, likely to be fit after a calf problem, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and Desire Doue lead a thrilling attacking cast for a PSG side that edged Bayern Munich 6-5 in the semi-finals.

    Arsenal aiming to dethrone dynasty-chasing PSG
  8. Citizen Digital

    However, France have looked highly impressive over the last year with a 4-2-3-1 system that makes room in attack for Mbappe, reigning Ballon d'Or Ousmane Dembele and Bayern Munich star Michael Olise.

    Deschamps bidding to end glorious France reign on a high at World Cup
  9. Citizen Digital

    In Paris, ​Kvaratskhelia has become part of ​a collective machine rather than ⁠its sole inspiration, flourishing alongside Ballon d’Or winner Ousmane Dembele, Vitinha and Joao Neves in a younger, more balanced PSG side.

    PSG's Georgian magician Kvaratskhelia ready for another big European night
  10. Citizen Digital

    London to host 2026 Ballon d'Or in October By AFP May 29, 2026 07:31 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Paris Saint-Germain's French forward Ousmane Dembele reacts after receiving the Ballon d'Or award during

    London to host 2026 Ballon d'Or in October
  11. Citizen Digital

    PSG's Dembele has treatment for leg issue before Champions League final By AFP May 19, 2026 06:00 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter PSG's French forward Ousmane Dembele takes part in the warm-up ahead of the

    PSG's Dembele has treatment for leg issue before Champions League final

Sunday 19 July

  1. Spain's Yamal, 19, seeks teenage World Cup title

    Lamine Yamal, who turned 19 the day before Spain beat France 2-0 in the semi-final, aims to join an elite group of teenage World Cup winners. The 2026 final will see Argentina's Lionel Messi, who will become the oldest outfield player to appear in a World Cup final, face Spain's young forward.

    19 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. England beats France 6-4 for World Cup third place

    England defeated France 6-4 in the 2026 World Cup third-place match in Miami on Saturday, with Kylian Mbappe scoring his 22nd goal of the tournament to become the all-time leading scorer. Argentina and Spain advance to the World Cup final in New Jersey on Sunday.

    19 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. England beat France 6-4 in World Cup bronze playoff

    England defeated France 6-4 in the World Cup third-place playoff on Saturday, with Bukayo Saka scoring a hat-trick and Jude Bellingham becoming the first English player to score seven goals at a single World Cup. Kylian Mbappe became the leading scorer in World Cup history during the match.

    19 July 2026 · The Standard

Saturday 18 July

  1. Deschamps ends 14-year France reign in World Cup bronze-medal match

    Didier Deschamps, France's coach for 14 years, plays his final match on Saturday as Les Bleus face England in the World Cup third-place play-off after losing to Spain 2-0 in the semi-finals. Zinedine Zidane, Deschamps' former teammate, is waiting to take over the role.

    18 July 2026 · The Standard

Wednesday 15 July

  1. African teams must move beyond competition, writer argues

    With France, Spain, England and Argentina—the four highest-ranked sides—as the last teams standing in the World Cup, an African observer reflects that Morocco's exit marks the continent's failure to bridge the gap between African talent and global excellence, and that African teams must develop sustainable depth rather than relying on flashes of brilliance.

    15 July 2026 · The Standard

  2. Spain beats France 2-0 in World Cup semi-final

    France, which had scored 16 goals in six matches before the semi-final, suffered a 2-0 defeat to Spain at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, with French attackers Mbappé and teammates unable to break through Spain's midfield control.

    15 July 2026 · The Standard

  3. Spain beats France 2-0 to reach 2026 World Cup final

    Spain defeated France 2-0 in the World Cup semi-final on July 14, 2026, with goals from Mikel Oyarzabal (penalty) and Pedro Porro, progressing to face either England or Argentina in the final.

    15 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Tuesday 14 July

  1. France faces Spain in 2026 World Cup semi-final

    France and Spain meet in the first semi-final of the 2026 World Cup on Tuesday at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, with France seeking a third consecutive World Cup final appearance.

    14 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Saturday 11 July

  1. Spain beats Belgium 2-1, advances to World Cup semi-final versus France

    Spain defeated Belgium 2-1 in a World Cup quarter-final on Friday to set up a semi-final against France. Mikel Merino scored the winning goal in the 88th minute after a goalkeeping error from Belgium's Senne Lammens.

    11 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 10 July

  1. Spain seek France semi-final matchup by defeating Belgium

    Spain face Belgium in a 2026 World Cup quarter-final at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on Friday. A win would set up a semi-final against France in Texas next Tuesday.

    10 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Mbappé warns France has long road after reaching World Cup semis

    France advanced to the World Cup semi-finals with a 2-0 victory over Morocco, and captain Kylian Mbappé said the team is not getting carried away, insisting there is still much harder work ahead despite their satisfaction with the result.

    10 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. Morocco coach promises recovery after World Cup quarter-final loss

    Morocco coach Mohamed Ouahbi said his team will bounce back after losing 2-0 to France in the World Cup quarter-final on Thursday and will keep building as they prepare to co-host the 2030 tournament.

    10 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  4. Morocco eliminated from 2026 World Cup by France

    Morocco, the last African team in the tournament, lost 2-0 to France in the quarter-final in Foxborough, Massachusetts on July 9, 2026. Despite disappointment, the result represented continued progress for the team, which reached the semi-finals in Qatar four years earlier.

    10 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  5. France reaches World Cup semis with Mbappe's eighth goal

    France advanced to the semi-finals of the 2026 World Cup after defeating Morocco, with forward Kylian Mbappe scoring his eighth goal of the tournament on the hour mark. Coach Didier Deschamps praised Mbappe's composure after the forward had an earlier penalty saved, and noted France has now reached the last four in three consecutive World Cups.

    10 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  6. France beats Morocco 2-0, advances to World Cup semi-finals

    Kylian Mbappe scored a brilliant curling finish after an earlier missed penalty to lead France to a 2-0 victory over Morocco in their World Cup quarter-final, with Ousmane Dembele adding a second goal. France will face Spain or Belgium in the semi-finals next Tuesday in Dallas.

    10 July 2026 · The Standard

  7. Morocco coach vows comeback after World Cup quarter-final loss to France

    Morocco coach Mohamed Ouahbi said his team will bounce back after a 2-0 World Cup quarter-final defeat to France and prepare to co-host the 2030 tournament. Ouahbi, appointed in March, acknowledged France's strength but pledged the team would work harder to do better next time.

    10 July 2026 · The Standard

  8. Spain face Belgium in World Cup quarter-final Friday

    European champions Spain play Belgium in a quarter-final at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on Friday, with a potential semi-final against France awaiting the winner. Spain have yet to concede a goal in the tournament, while Belgium defeated the USA 4-1 in their last round.

    10 July 2026 · The Standard

Wednesday 8 July

  1. World Cup quarter-finals: Eight teams compete in United States

    The 2026 FIFA World Cup has reached the quarter-final stage with eight teams remaining. France, Morocco, and other heavyweight sides are set to compete in matches taking place across the United States.

    8 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Sunday 5 July

  1. France reaches World Cup quarter-finals, beats Paraguay in round of 16

    France coach Didier Deschamps praised his team for maintaining composure against an aggressive Paraguay side in hot conditions at the 2026 World Cup. Kylian Mbappe scored the decisive penalty in the 70th minute to secure France's passage to the quarter-finals.

    5 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. France beats Paraguay on Mbappé penalty, reaches quarter-finals

    France coach Didier Deschamps praised his team for maintaining composure against an aggressive Paraguay side in the World Cup round of 16, with Kylian Mbappé scoring the decisive penalty in the 70th minute at Philadelphia.

    5 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 3 July

  1. France's Barcola braces for physical Paraguay clash in World Cup

    France forward Bradley Barcola warned that Paraguay would bring a physical approach in the World Cup last 16 on Saturday in Philadelphia. Barcola noted Paraguay's shock penalty win over Germany showed France must be ready to endure a tough match despite being overwhelming favourites.

    3 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. France eyes World Cup last-16 against Paraguay

    France arrive at the World Cup as the tournament's most feared attacking force, having won all four matches and scored 13 goals, but coach Didier Deschamps and Kylian Mbappe have warned that acclaim and records mean little if they fail to stay grounded against Paraguay in Saturday's last-16 clash.

    3 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Thursday 2 July

  1. England beats DR Congo 2-1 in World Cup round of 32

    England came from behind to defeat the Democratic Republic of Congo 2-1 in the 2026 World Cup round of 32, with captain Harry Kane scoring two late goals. Coach Thomas Tuchel said the team refused to accept defeat despite an early shock against a side ranked 46th in the world.

    2 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Wednesday 1 July

  1. Mbappe scores twice as France defeats Sweden 3-0

    France beat Sweden 3-0 in a World Cup last-32 match, with Kylian Mbappe scoring twice and Michael Olise assisting, to advance to a last-16 clash with Paraguay. Mbappe's two goals moved him level with Lionel Messi on six goals in the golden boot race.

    1 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. France defeats Sweden 3-0, advances to World Cup last 16

    Kylian Mbappé scored twice and Michael Olise was in scintillating form as France beat Sweden 3-0 at the World Cup and set up a last-16 clash with Paraguay. Mbappé moved level with Lionel Messi on six goals in the golden boot race.

    1 July 2026 · The Standard

Tuesday 30 June

  1. France face Sweden in World Cup knockout tie Tuesday

    France will play Sweden in a last-32 World Cup match on Tuesday, with the Swedish defence preparing to face Kylian Mbappe (four goals so far), Ousmane Dembele (hat-trick against Norway), and Michael Olise. Sweden will counter with Alexander Isak and Viktor Gyokeres, though both have yet to fully fire at the tournament.

    30 June 2026 · The Standard

Monday 29 June

  1. PSG negotiates with Leipzig to sign Ivorian striker Diomande

    PSG are in talks with RB Leipzig to buy Ivory Coast forward Yan Diomande, who has told the German club he wants to join Paris next season. The 19-year-old is contracted to Leipzig until 2030.

    29 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Saturday 27 June

  1. Dembele scores hat-trick as France beats Norway 4-1

    Ousmane Dembele scored three goals in 26 first-half minutes as France defeated Norway 4-1, with a late Desire Doue header completing the win. France advanced as Group I winners with three straight victories.

    27 June 2026 · The Standard

  2. France beats Norway 4-1 to top World Cup Group I

    Ousmane Dembele scored a first-half hat-trick as France defeated Norway 4-1 to clinch top spot in World Cup Group I. Senegal kept their hopes of advancing with a victory over Iraq.

    27 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Wednesday 24 June

  1. Golden Boot race dominates 2026 World Cup narrative

    The race for the World Cup Golden Boot has become a major talking point at the 2026 tournament, with Lionel Messi breaking the overall career record of 18 goals across six World Cups. Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland are chasing with four goals each, while the single-tournament record of 13 goals set by Just Fontaine in 1958 appears vulnerable.

    24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

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