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How immigration ‘made French football better’

From Polish miners to heroes of Algerian independence, immigrants have greatly influenced French football.

Al Jazeera

Karim Benzema decision made by Didier Deschamps amid World Cup injury recovery hopes

Karim Benzema was ruled out of the 2022 World Cup with a thigh injury before speculation this week that he could make a staggering return after his recovery went better than planned

Daily Mirror

Karim Benzema could make sensational World Cup 2022 return after rapid injury recovery

Real Madrid striker Karim Benzema could make a sensational return to the France World Cup squad after returning to first-team training and recovering from injury

Daily Mirror

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Karim Benzema in World Cup return hope as Real Madrid talisman could defy medical diagnosis for France

The 34-year-old was ruled out of the tournament in Qatar but could now be available for selection again.

Daily Record

Five talking points from day seven of the Qatar 2022 World Cup

As a Socceroos win sends fans crazy at Fed Square, one superstar is Argentina's saviour while another is driving France into the next round, while a national coach has a war of words with a former star striker / manager turned pundit. Check out the five talking points for day…

ABC News

Graeme Souness aims rant at "lucky" Olivier Giroud and makes "controversy" comparison

The Liverpool legend did not hold back in his assessment of the France striker despite the fact Olivier Giroud is so close to becoming Les Bleus all-time leading goal-scorer

Daily Mirror

Attacking variety leaves France capable of defending World Cup crown as Kylian Mbappe shines in Denmark win

Kylian Mbappe scored twice as France beat Denmark to become the first side to confirm their place in the last-16 in another statement from the holders.

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Ally McCoist in devilish Graeme Souness call back as Rangers icons end up on same side over World Cup shock rant

Souness is adamant Giroud is "lucky" to be on the same number of France goals as Thierry Henry.

Daily Record

World Cup 2022: France vs Denmark match preview

France will look to secure a spot in the next round as they face a Denmark side that underwhelmed in their first match.

Al Jazeera

Coman Leaves France Training Session Ahead of Denmark Clash

Kingsley Coman has left France's training session on Thursday, two days before the defending champions face Denmark in Group D of the World Cup in Qatar. The forward walked off the pitch with no apparent injury in a session that was attended by all players, including Raphael Varane who missed…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Real Madrid respond to stunning Cristiano Ronaldo return rumours after his Man Utd exit

Cristiano Ronaldo is a free agent after leaving Manchester United but there will be no return to Real Madrid - for whom he became a legend between 2009 and 2018

Daily Mirror

FIFA World Cup: 'Go-karting' Giroud helps France zoom past opening hurdle

France first defending champs since Brazil in 2006 to win opening game

The Times of India

Olivier Giroud defies critics to match Thierry Henry record and soothe injury-hit France in big World Cup win

Has one person’s aptitude for a task ever been so justifiably questioned, yet so undeniably clear?

Evening Standard

Olivier Giroud answers France call as dazzling deputies display Didier Deschamps depth in World Cup opener

Four years ago in Russia, Olivier Giroud was an integral part of France’s World Cup success, despite being a centre-forward who did not score.

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The Independent UK

Olivier Giroud: The amiable everyman of French football makes history at Qatar World Cup

Olivier Giroud’s double in the 4-1 win over Australia cemented his France legacy, one guided by the faith and nous of manager Didier Deschamps

France 24

France pummel Australia as Giroud equals Henry's goal-scoring record

Current champions France started their World Cup campaign in fine style with their 4-1 victory over Australia, capped by a brace from Olivier Giroud, who matched Thierry Henry's 51-goal record for Les Bleus. Read FRANCE 24's liveblog below to see how the match unfolded.

Football London

Karim Benzema helps Real Madrid make Cristiano Ronaldo transfer decision despite Chelsea 'talks'

Cristiano Ronaldo has been talk of the town in recent weeks as an exit from Manchester United looks increasingly likely but it remains unclear where he could end up next

Radio France Internationale

France skipper Lloris calls on squad to revel in the pressure at the World Cup

France skipper Hugo Lloris urged his teammates to embrace the pressure of starting their World Cup campaign on Tuesday as defending champions and shrug off the absence of key players.

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Al Jazeera

World Cup 2022, Day 3: The schedule, key players, what to expect

What’s in store for Argentina vs Saudi Arabia, Denmark vs Tunisia, Mexico vs Poland, and France vs Australia in Qatar.

Daily Mirror

Kylian Mbappe set World Cup challenge by France boss after Karim Benzema blow

France begin their 2022 World Cup campaign against Australia on Tuesday evening but will be without their talismanic striker Karim Benzema, who withdrew on Saturday

France 24

France firm favourites to start off with win against Australia, despite injuries

France are overwhelming favourites in their opening clash against relative minnows Australia, especially given the presence of the mighty Kylian Mbappé. But Les Bleus fans can be forgiven a few jitters – as a range of injuries afflicts the squad and the curse of World Cup title-holders looms large.

Liverpool Echo

Ibrahima Konate set for latest landmark after winning over Virgil van Dijk and Didier Deschamps

Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konate is set for the biggest landmark of his career to date as he is expected to start France's World Cup clash with Australia

The Independent UK

Kylian Mbappe: Holders France need superstar to put team first in World Cup defence

The PSG forward leads a weaker Les Bleus side than the one that lifted the trophy four years ago

The Independent UK

Why Karim Benzema’s absence could improve France’s World Cup chances

Neither of Les Bleus’ two World Cup triumphs contained a goal from their main striker at the time

The Independent UK

France vs Australia live stream: How to watch World Cup fixture online and on TV tonight

Everything you need to know as the reigning champions start their title defence in Group D

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