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FIFA WC: France not mission impossible for Tunisia

FIFA WC: France not mission impossible for Tunisia

Rediff.com29 Nov 2022

"Let's wait for the result of the match and we will see later. We are people who bear responsibility and hopefully I will be able to answer your question after the match." said Kadri.

Deschamps leaves Olympique Marseille

Deschamps leaves Olympique Marseille

Rediff.com2 Jul 2012

Didier Deschamps is leaving Olympique Marseille after three years as a coach, the Ligue 1 club and the former world and European champion said on Monday.

Patience is Giroud's virtue for young players

Patience is Giroud's virtue for young players

Rediff.com6 Dec 2022

He owes his place in the team in Qatar to Karim Benzema's absence and will start again when the defending champions take on England in the quarter-finals on Saturday.

The brains behind France's convincing World Cup start

The brains behind France's convincing World Cup start

Rediff.com27 Nov 2022

Griezmann played mainly deep, but also often close to lone striker Giroud or even on the flanks.

FIFA WC: Twice bitten France to keep Danes at bay

FIFA WC: Twice bitten France to keep Danes at bay

Rediff.com25 Nov 2022

France started the Qatar tournament in style with a 4-1 win against Australia, but Denmark will be a sterner test at the 974 Stadium.

France captain Lloris announces international retirement

France captain Lloris announces international retirement

Rediff.com10 Jan 2023

Hugo Lloris, announced his retirement from international football aged 36

Giroud targets scoring record as France face Denmark

Giroud targets scoring record as France face Denmark

Rediff.com24 Nov 2022

Target man Giroud is level with Thierry Henry on 51 goals after scoring twice in their 4-1 win against Australia on Tuesday.

Euro 2024 qualifiers: Romania clinch top spot; France held

Euro 2024 qualifiers: Romania clinch top spot; France held

Rediff.com22 Nov 2023

IMAGES from the Euro 2024 qualifiers played on Tuesday.

Southgate 'proud' of his team despite crashing out

Southgate 'proud' of his team despite crashing out

Rediff.com11 Dec 2022

'We've had consistent performances over three tournaments. Tonight is the best we've played against a major nation since I've been in charge, but we have fallen short. In the end, the scoreline is what matters.'

FIFA WC: Depleted France out to 'do something historic'

FIFA WC: Depleted France out to 'do something historic'

Rediff.com18 Nov 2022

The world champions crashed out of the Euros last year at the round of 16 stage after losing to Switzerland.

France players down with flu ahead of Argentina final

France players down with flu ahead of Argentina final

Rediff.com17 Dec 2022

Several France players have caught colds, the French Football Federation (FFF) said, as they prepare for the World Cup final against Argentina, with Raphael Varane and Ibrahima Konate the latest to fall ill on Friday.

France have Mbappe and a dependable old guard as well

France have Mbappe and a dependable old guard as well

Rediff.com11 Dec 2022

It was, possibly, the biggest takeaway from France's victory. They can win when Mbappe does not shine or score, and his reaction to Giroud's goal proved Deschamps's point when he said he did not need to manage the Paris St Germain forward's ego.

France win over England: Of guts, heart and mental fortitude

France win over England: Of guts, heart and mental fortitude

Rediff.com11 Dec 2022

Giroud, who passed Thierry Henry to become France's all-time top goalscorer earlier in the tournament, said Les Bleus had had to be at their best to beat England.

Messi shortlisted for FIFA Best Men's Player award

Messi shortlisted for FIFA Best Men's Player award

Rediff.com13 Jan 2023

Real Madrid's Karim Benzema, who won the 2022 Ballon d'Or award, is also in the shortlist.

France, Brazil favourites to win World Cup: Messi

France, Brazil favourites to win World Cup: Messi

Rediff.com19 Oct 2022

Argentina captain Lionel Messi said defending champions France and Brazil are the favourites to win the World Cup in Qatar as they have a core group of players who have played together for a long time.

World Cup: Magnificent Mbappe shows no signs of stopping

World Cup: Magnificent Mbappe shows no signs of stopping

Rediff.com27 Nov 2022

Kylian Mbappe's meteoric rise showed no sign of stopping as the France forward sealed the holders' 2-1 win against Denmark to send them into the last 16 of the World Cup on Saturday.

France needs to reshuffle in Benzema's absence vs Aus

France needs to reshuffle in Benzema's absence vs Aus

Rediff.com21 Nov 2022

France are looking to beat the Socceroos just like they did to kick off their 2018 journey in Russia.

Pogba tests positive for COVID-19, left out of France squad

Pogba tests positive for COVID-19, left out of France squad

Rediff.com27 Aug 2020

Deschamps said Rennes midfielder Eduardo Camavinga was called up as a late replacement for Pogba.

Soccer PIX: Messi magic guides Argentina; Denmark, France cruise

Soccer PIX: Messi magic guides Argentina; Denmark, France cruise

Rediff.com8 Sep 2023

Lionel Messi's second-half goal gave Argentina a 1-0 home win over Ecuador on Thursday to get their 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign off on the right foot.

Drone used to spy on France's training at World Cup?

Drone used to spy on France's training at World Cup?

Rediff.com15 Jun 2014

France have asked FIFA to investigate their suspicions that a drone was used to spy on the team's preparations for the World Cup opener against Honduras, coach Didier Deschamps said.

He is France's link between defence and attack

He is France's link between defence and attack

Rediff.com5 Dec 2022

Griezmann thankful for thankless role in France side

FIFA WC: Favourites France not taking Poland lightly

FIFA WC: Favourites France not taking Poland lightly

Rediff.com2 Dec 2022

"They have experienced players. Obviously, Lewandowski is a stand-out player, one of the best strikers in the world. We should not underestimate them." said coach Didier Deschamps.

World Cup: Leading light Mbappe back on his favourite stage

World Cup: Leading light Mbappe back on his favourite stage

Rediff.com23 Nov 2022

A goal, an assist and an all-round performance filled with menace from Kylian Mbappe was enough to help France to an emphatic win that left them top of Group D.

FIFA WC Preview: Injury-hit France flirt with champions curse

FIFA WC Preview: Injury-hit France flirt with champions curse

Rediff.com20 Nov 2022

The French in 2002, Italy in 2010, Spain in 2014 and Germany in 2018 all followed their stuttering starts as champions by bombing out in the group stage.

Holders France crash out of Nations League after shock loss to Croatia

Holders France crash out of Nations League after shock loss to Croatia

Rediff.com14 Jun 2022

Holders France failed to qualify for the final four of the Nations League when they slumped to a 1-0 defeat at home to Croatia

How France is preparing for WC giant-killers Morocco

How France is preparing for WC giant-killers Morocco

Rediff.com13 Dec 2022

The French fans will be largely outnumbered by the Morocco supporters

Argentina lift title after 36 years and dramatic finish

Argentina lift title after 36 years and dramatic finish

Rediff.com19 Dec 2022

Argentine, somehow, were ready for an emotional, nail-biting encounter, having already gone through a dress rehearsal in the same stadium against the Netherlands in the quarter-finals.

How France ended Morocco's dream run in Qatar

How France ended Morocco's dream run in Qatar

Rediff.com15 Dec 2022

Theo Hernandez's high hooked finish from a deflected Kylian Mbappe shot put the defending champions ahead and forced Walid Regragui's team to take the initiative, ending the game with more possession than Les Bleus.

Deschamps says the collective force is with France

Deschamps says the collective force is with France

Rediff.com11 Dec 2022

"There are other steps and it starts on Wednesday. Let's be happy with what we've done tonight even if it's not enough. At least we broke the (defending champions') curse," he added.

FIFA World Cup Preview: Why France is wary England

FIFA World Cup Preview: Why France is wary England

Rediff.com9 Dec 2022

The focus has very much been on the game between two countries that share a sporting rivalry.

Who will win the battle of explosive pace?

Who will win the battle of explosive pace?

Rediff.com8 Dec 2022

Both players have been timed among the fastest in the game, with top speeds of around 36.5kpm (22.6 mph), but it is how quickly they get there that makes them different.

FIFA WC: Tunisia go out fighting with win over France

FIFA WC: Tunisia go out fighting with win over France

Rediff.com30 Nov 2022

The Tunisian captain's goal mobilised the French into action, with Deschamps bringing in stars like Kylian Mbappe and Antoine Griezmann to jump-start an attack that had so far been tepid.

Deschamps named France coach

Deschamps named France coach

Rediff.com9 Jul 2012

Didier Deschamps has been appointed France coach, the French football federation said in a statement on Sunday.

There are no words to comfort my players, says France coach

There are no words to comfort my players, says France coach

Rediff.com11 Jul 2016

France coach Didier Deschamps did not hide his bitter disappointment after finding himself on the losing end of a final for a change on Sunday.

Henry handball no matter of revenge for Ireland, feels French team

Henry handball no matter of revenge for Ireland, feels French team

Rediff.com25 Jun 2016

Thierry Henry's infamous handball in a qualification playoff game for the 2010 World Cup against Ireland will play no role when the two teams meet on Sunday for a place in the Euro 2016 quarter-finals, France coach Didier Deschamps said on Saturday.

Euro Qualifiers: France demolish 10-man Gibraltar; Dutch qualify

Euro Qualifiers: France demolish 10-man Gibraltar; Dutch qualify

Rediff.com19 Nov 2023

The 2024 European Championship will be held in Germany from June 14-July 14. Following are the teams who have qualified for the tournament:

Meet Deschamps, France football's coach-cum-philosopher

Meet Deschamps, France football's coach-cum-philosopher

Rediff.com9 Jul 2016

Didier Deschamps, who captained France to both World Cup and European triumphs, shared some of his sports psychology secrets on Saturday on the eve of his French side's Euro 2016 final against Portugal.

England go home early but full of promise

England go home early but full of promise

Rediff.com11 Dec 2022

"We've once again shown the rest of the world that English football is healthy and we've got some players not only for now but for the future as well."

All eyes will be on Mbappe as France take on England

All eyes will be on Mbappe as France take on England

Rediff.com8 Dec 2022

France hoping Mbappe will be enough to match England's impressive depth

PIX! England ease to win; France keep perfect pace; Trouble deepens for hosts

PIX! England ease to win; France keep perfect pace; Trouble deepens for hosts

Rediff.com17 Jun 2023

As England tightened their grip on Euro 2024 qualifying and France maintained their perfect run, hosts Germany's troubles deepened.