Roberto Martinez meets Dua Lipa, Mbappé passes armband

Roberto Martinez’s press conference was twice interrupted by a Dua Lipa song, prompting the Portugal coach to sway and Shazam the track. Later in the same day, France’s Kylian Mbappé, after being subbed off against Norway, asked the referee to hand his captain’s armband to Aurélien Tchouaméni. The request sparked a wave of online jokes reviving the “Kylian the dictator” meme. Mbappé’s unusual gesture highlighted his leadership style despite leaving the pitch. Following Germany’s 1-2 loss to Ecuador, Leon Goretzka mistakenly boarded the Ecuadorian team’s bus as he left the stadium. The blunder generated a flood of laughs on social media.

Can Ancelotti become the first Italian to lift the World Cup with Brazil?

Brazil will meet Japan in the round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup, a pairing that instantly recalls the classic anime Captain Tsubasa. Fans noted the nostalgic duel between the two nations. RC Lens confirmed Michael Cuisance’s signing through a video styled after The Simpsons. The creative approach showcased the club’s social media flair. While his move to Chelsea remains pending, Maxence Lacroix was spotted operating a coffee machine, showcasing an unexpected talent. The image spread quickly across football forums. The roundup also included a TV schedule, highlighting fixtures such as Panama vs England at 11:00 PM on beIN 1/M6. Other matches listed include Croatia‑Ghana and Colombia‑Portugal.