United, free and brilliant - can anyone stop France masterclass?

BBC Sport Wednesday 01 July 2026, 01:07 UTC 1 min read

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France boss Didier Deschamps urges caution despite watching his side dismantle Sweden to leave Les Bleus fans dreaming of winning the World Cup.

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United, free and brilliant - can anyone stop France masterclass?

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