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Mats Hummels praises Dayot Upamecano after France vs Morocco match

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 14, 2026, 5:30 PM

Last updated Jul 14, 2026

Mats Hummels praises Dayot Upamecano after France vs Morocco match
Summary

Mats Hummels expressed admiration for Dayot Upamecano's performance following France's match against Morocco in the FIFA World Cup. Upamecano has been a standout defender for France, helping the team reach the semi-finals. Hummels, a noted former defender, received Upamecano's jersey after the match, sharing his appreciation on social media. This moment highlights Upamecano's rise as a key player for France as they aim for their second World Cup title in eight years.

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  • •Hummels praised Upamecano's defensive skills on social media.
  • •Upamecano has been instrumental in France's World Cup campaign.
  • •France reached the semi-finals of the tournament.
  • •Upamecano secured his jersey after the match against Morocco.
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Hummels, one of the best to ever do it, is a fan of Upamecano, who will go down as one of his era’s best centre-backs.

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