Deschamps' last dance, Mbappe's record chase give unwanted third-place game an edge

A third-place game at an international soccer tournament is gaining unusual weight, Channel NewsAsia reports. Didier Deschamps appears to be coaching his final tournament, while forward Kylian Mbappe pursues a scoring record—elements that add significance to what is traditionally a less-watched consolation match.

Listen to this story

Hear this and more stories in a personalized audio briefing.

Open The Chonkerton