AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoWorld Cup Focus: Ousmane Dembélé stole the show in Foxborough, scoring a first-half hat-trick in 32 minutes as France beat Norway 4-1 to finish Group I top and book the Round of 32. Kylian Mbappé set up two of the goals, while Désiré Doué added a late fourth. Norway’s big-name showdown with Haaland never happened—Solbakken rotated heavily and benched Erling Haaland, calling it a “no-brainer” due to fatigue. FIFA Controversy: FIFA denied France’s request to wear black armbands for coach Didier Deschamps’ late mother, saying the tribute slot was already used for Venezuela earthquake victims—prompting an awkward reversal after France had planned a minute’s silence. Paris & Heatwave Watch: With extreme heat still gripping France, Paris has been restricting public alcohol and some residents are even sleeping in parks to cope, while events like the Paris Diamond League are going ahead with strict safety measures. International Relations: Burkina Faso cut diplomatic ties with France, accusing Paris of neo-colonial interference and support for “subversive networks,” while France said the move was hostile and unfounded.
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