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The Latest Breaking News from Didier Deschamps

France suffer huge World Cup blow with Karim Benzema ruled out through injury

The Real Madrid striker will play no part in the tournament in Qatar.

The Independent UK

Karim Benzema injury: France confirm Ballon d’Or winner will miss ENTIRE World Cup with thigh tear

Ballon d’Or winner Karim Benzema will miss the entirety of the World Cup through injury, France have confirmed on the eve of the Qatar tournament.

Evening Standard

Karim Benzema 'out of World Cup' as France rocked by late injury blow

The Ballon d'Or winner was named in Didier Deschamps' squad for the upcoming World Cup in Qatar but has been struck down with an injury blow on the eve of the tournament

Daily Mirror

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How not to defend a World Cup: Reigning champions France must defy history to retain their crown

Brazil’s 2006 side are the only defending champions to even play in a knockout game this millennium, showing just how difficult it will be for France to win the World Cup in Qatar

The Independent UK

Mohamed Salah has just handed Jurgen Klopp a rare Liverpool boost

Liverpool's lowest World Cup representation since 2006 could have long-lasting benefits for Jurgen Klopp this season

Liverpool Echo

France vs Australia lineups: Confirmed team news, starting XIs, injury latest for World Cup 2022 game today

Defending champions France have been hit with another huge injury blow with Karim Benzema ruled out of the whole World Cup as they begin their defence against Australia tonight.

Evening Standard

Kylian Mbappe told he's only at "40 per cent of his potential" ahead of World Cup

Kylian Mbappe has lit up Ligue 1 and the world stage since bursting onto the scene as a teenager but the PSG star has been told he is only half the player he can be

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Can France defend their World Cup title in Qatar?

Holders head into the World Cup as one of the favourites, but recent poor results have raised some concerns.

Al Jazeera

FIFA World Cup 2022: Will France buck the opening-round jinx?

DOHA: For those who came in late, the French team of today resembles the Germany of the ’90s. Mostly indestructible, fearsome depth, near-complete domination, zero nerves. Gary Lineker’s famous quip about football being a simple game, 22 men chasing a ball for 90 minutes and in the end, the Germans…

The Times of India

France are richly talented but beset by problems before World Cup defence

Injuries, public disenchantment and a certain bald idol eyeing his job is heaping unusual pressure on Didier Deschamps

The Guardian - UK

Rating the World Cup 2022 favourites: Brazil, Argentina and France

A World Cup like no other is now just days away as the best players from across the globe descend on the smallest nation to ever host, in Qatar.

Evening Standard

William Saliba to make early Arsenal return if 24-year World Cup champions' curse continues

Arsenal defender William Saliba has been named in France's World Cup squad, but how long will the 21-year-old be out in Qatar for?

Football London

France confirm Christopher Nkunku OUT of World Cup after wild tackle by team-mate

Defending champions France will be without RB Leipzig striker Christopher Nkunku at this year's World Cup in Qatar after he suffered an unspecified injury in training

Daily Mirror

France boss Didier Deschamps issues fitness update on Manchester United star Raphael Varane

Varane missed Man United's final six matches before the World Cup break due to a knee injury, but the latest signs of recovery look positive.

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Daily Record

England's World Cup squad valued at over £1billion and Aaron Ramsey's 'pinch himself' moment

The Premier League is providing the most players at the tournament while Gianni Infantino addresses G20 summit.

Football London

William Saliba handed huge World Cup boost amid Didier Deschamps unfortunate blow

The Arsenal defender was named in Didier Deschamps' France squad for the upcoming World Cup squad

Daily Mirror

France make last minute change to World Cup squad before heading to Qatar

Didier Deschamps became just the third man to win the World Cup as a player and a manager when his France side lifted the title in Russia in 2018

Football London

Four managers who could replace Graham Potter at Chelsea if Todd Boehly acts over poor form

Chelsea news: Despite only being appointed manager in early September pressure is building on Graham Potter, with no Premier League win in the Blues' last six matches

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Manchester Evening News

The 16 confirmed Manchester United players who are going to the World Cup

Hannibal Mejbri is the most recent Manchester United player to receive a World Cup call-up, taking the number of United players going to Qatar to 16.

Sports Illustrated

World Cup Power Rankings: Sizing Up the Field in Qatar

With the World Cup around the corner, who appears to be a contender, and whose stay is trending toward a three-and-out?

Football London

Didier Deschamps explains William Saliba World Cup call-up as Arsenal decision proven right

William Saliba has continued his meteoric rise to superstardom with a call-up to the France national team ahead of the World Cup in Qatar

The Independent UK

William Saliba wants to emulate Arsenal legends with World Cup win with France

The Gunners defender is part of France’s 25-man squad which will travel to Qatar

Daily Mirror

William Saliba sets out goal to follow in Arsenal legend Thierry Henry's footsteps

Arsenal centre back William Saliba has been named in Didier Deschamps' France World Cup squad as Les Bleus aim to retain the trophy after winning in Russia four years ago

Radio France Internationale

France reveals its World Cup squad to defend title in Qatar

France coach Didier Deschamps has revealed the 25-man squad tasked with defending their title in Qatar. Raphael Varane is on board, despite the defender's recent injury problems, as is 36-year-old striker Olivier Giroud.

The Independent UK

France World Cup 2022 squad guide: Full fixtures, group, ones to watch, odds and more

France have a squad bursting with quality but recent performances suggest Didier Deschamps is still trying to find the right formula between youthful promise and World Cup-winning experience

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