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Man Utd star Pogba dedicated France goal to late father

Paul Pogba's celebration after scoring for France on Tuesday was dedicated to his father.

The Manchester United midfielder scored a spectacular free-kick in the 3-1 win over Russia.

The Frenchman lifted his shirt after scoring to reveal the words: “Bon Anniversaire, Papa. Allah y Rahmou, which translates to: “Happy birthday, Dad. May Allah have mercy on him."

Pogba's father passed away last May and yesterday would have been his 80th birthday.

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