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France hint at World Cup starting line-up with notable William Saliba decision

France are preparing for their World Cup opener against Australia on Tuesday but in-form Arsenal defender William Saliba may not be in the starting XI for Les Bleus

Daily Mirror

How Senegal’s ‘crazy bunch’ stunned France in World Cup upset for the ages

In an extract from a new book Philippe Auclair revisits the day Roger Lemerre’s all-conquering side fell to earth in 2002

The Guardian - UK

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.

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A history of World Cup flops: Past upsets haunt defending champions France

Defending champions France enter the World Cup in Qatar hoping to break the curse that has plagued recent title holders – a jinx the French inaugurated in 2002 when their formidable armada of strikers famously failed to score a single goal.

France 24

World Cup Group D preview: France, Australia, Denmark, Tunisia

World Cup reigning champions France have once again been paired up with Australia and Denmark as they seek to retain their crown, with Tunisia completing the Group D lineup

Daily Mirror

2022 World Cup Group D Preview: France’s Uncertain Encore

There’s no denying Les Bleus’ talent, but injuries and intangibles threaten to undermine their title defense—and a dangerous Denmark is ready to pounce.

Sports Illustrated

Our Expert World Cup Predictions and Knockout Brackets

There’s no consensus champion, but there’s an agreement about one thing: Europe’s reign over the World Cup will end in Qatar.

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Kylian Mbappe Takes on the Weight of His World

Winning the World Cup at 19 and becoming the world’s most expensive player by 23 comes with spotlight and scrutiny. And the France star is ready for more.

Sports Illustrated

France World Cup Preview: Champs Are Loaded—With Talent and Questions

There’s no denying France’s depth of talent, but injuries, chemistry and off-field drama again threaten to derail Les Bleus on the biggest stage.

Sports Illustrated

Courageous Wallabies fall to French resistance in Paris thriller

Australia lost a thriller to France 30-29 at Stade de France, with a brave Wallabies side missing the chance to stop Les Bleus’ winning streak at 10 Tests

The Guardian - AU

Damian Penaud stuns Australia as late try extends record France win streak

France 30-29 Australia: The Wallabies gave Les Bleus a scare after Lalakai Foketi and Jock Campbell tries

The Independent UK

France vs Australia LIVE rugby: Result and final score as late Damian Penaud try snatches victory

The Wallabies led late after impressive tries from Lalakai Foketi and Jock Campbell, but Damian Penaud’s brilliance seized the win for the French at the death

The Independent UK

What time is France v Australia kick-off today and what TV channel is it on?

Les Bleus play their first Test since July against the Wallabies: here's the UK kick-off time, team line-ups, how to watch the game live and referee details

Wales Online

Invigorated Wallabies target rare back-to-back wins with France upset

Win or lose, the match in Paris offers added value for Australia – it is a benchmark before next year’s World Cup

The Guardian - AU

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Daily Mirror

Arsenal's William Saliba lined up as replacement after Raphael Varane left in tears

Varane was forced to leave Manchester United's draw at Chelsea with a hamstring injury, potentially ruling him out of the World Cup, leaving France searching for a replacement

Daily Mirror

N'Golo Kante facing crushing World Cup blow as Chelsea hero suffers injury setback

N'Golo Kante played a big part for France as Les Bleus won the World Cup in 2018, but is in danger of missing out on this year's tournament after another injury setback

Daily Mirror

PSG boss responds after Kylian Mbappe deletes Instagram post criticising his tactics

Kylian Mbappe has been scoring freely for Paris Saint-Germain this season, but off-field matters have threatened to overshadow the performances of the French international

Daily Mirror

Kylian Mbappe opens up on "freedom" that deals blow to Real Madrid star Karim Benzema

Paris Saint-Germain star Kylian Mbappe and Real Madrid's Karim Benzema played together for France at Euro 2020 and will both be in the mix for this winter's World Cup

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Daily Mirror

Didier Deschamps makes "useless" admission to dash Paul Pogba's World Cup hopes

France and Juventus midfielder Paul Pogba faces a race against time to force his way into Didier Deschamps' plans for the World Cup after undergoing knee surgery

Football London

Wesley Fofana to Chelsea transfer can help Leicester City star secure crucial 'next step'

Wesley Fofana's 'next step' is to become a regular with the France national team and earn himself a spot in the country's World Cup squad and a move to Chelsea could help with that goal

Football London

Chelsea heed Juventus warning as Man United agree surprise deal amid Frenkie De Jong race

The French midfielder - who worked under Thomas Tuchel at PSG - has shown spells of inconsistency in the past

Daily Mirror

Zinedine Zidane addresses infamous World Cup final headbutt - "I"m not proud of it"

Zinedine Zidane played the last game of his career in the 2006 World Cup final and left the field early after being sent off for a headbutt on Italy's Marco Materazzi

Evening Standard

England vs Barbarians: Kick off time, TV channel, live stream, team news, lineups, h2h, odds

England battle the Barbarians at Twickenham this afternoon for the first time since 2019 in their final fixture before this summer’s three-Test tour of Australia.

Radio France Internationale

France's 'summer slump' gets wake up call with loss to Croatia in Nations League

Croatia got the better of former UEFA Nations League title holders France with a 1 - 0 victory on Monday night in Paris. With no victories in the last four matches, Les Bleus will now have to step up the pace for the last two games in September.

Evening Standard

Austria 1-1 France: Kylian Mbappe rescues late point as Les Bleus continue winless Nations League start

Kylian Mbappe struck a late equaliser to help holders France salvage a 1-1 away draw against Austria as the world champions continued their winless start to the 2022-23 Nations League.

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