Lucas Digne Opens Up on Heartbreak After Costly Penalty in World Cup Semi-final

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Lucas Digne has expressed his deep disappointment after conceding the penalty that turned the tide in France’s 2-0 World Cup semi-final loss to Spain. Recalled to Les Bleus squad 12 years after his first World Cup, the former Barcelona left-back had been a key starter throughout the tournament. But his late foul gifted Spain the chance to seal victory from the spot. Taking to social media, the 32-year-old acknowledged the weight of the moment. “The end of a dream can sometimes be difficult, and the awakening even more brutal,” he wrote. “First of all, I am disappointed in myself, and for this team. Your support carried us throughout this adventure.”

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