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France v Spain: Semi Final - FIFA World Cup 2026

Olise 'proud' of World Cup record despite 'huge disappointment'

Bayern Munich star Michael Olise reflected on a bittersweet World Cup campaign with France after setting an all-time tournament record. Despite etching his name into footballing history with his playmaking exploits, the 24-year-old admitted his personal achievement was overshadowed by heartbreak as Les Bleus fell short of lifting the trophy.

European football bodies call emergency meeting over FIFA investment plans

The French government has announced an emergency meeting involving European football's governing bodies to discuss FIFA's controversial plan to open commercial activities to private investors. The proposed changes have sparked widespread concerns over the future governance and financial integrity of the sport, prompting swift political intervention to ensure transparency.

'Dream come true' - Zidane FINALLY named new France manager

Zinedine Zidane has officially been appointed as the new manager of the France national team following the departure of Didier Deschamps. The Real Madrid legend has signed a four-year contract with Les Bleus, ending years of intense speculation surrounding his highly anticipated return to the international stage.

Official Launch of FIFA World Cup 2026 Match Ball "Trionda"

Benzema backs Zidane for France job

Former France international Karim Benzema has offered his total institutional and personal backing for Zinedine Zidane ahead of his expected appointment as head coach of Les Bleus. The 2022 Ballon d'Or winner labelled his former Real Madrid boss a true "legend" and a "big brother".

'We owed you a better ending' - Mbappe sends letter to France fans

France captain Kylian Mbappe has reached out to the nation with a deeply personal open letter following the conclusion of the 2026 World Cup. The Real Madrid superstar expressed his gratitude to the supporters and his team-mates while reflecting on a tournament that ended in heartbreak for the Bleus in North America.

Didier Deschamps Thierry Henry Zinedine Zidane

Henry next? France icon would ‘love’ to follow Deschamps & Zidane

France are preparing to pass their managerial baton from Didier Deschamps to Zinedine Zidane, with Jeremie Aliadiere telling GOAL that Thierry Henry would “love” to follow that World Cup-winning trend and become the next boss of Les Bleus. The Arsenal legend has dipped his toe into coaching and would welcome the opportunity to take charge of his country.

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
5	Shelbourne	24	8	10	6	35	35	0	34	W D L D W
6	Derry	25	6	11	8	32	31	1	29	L W D L W
7	Galway United FC	24	7	7	10	32	39	-7	28	D W L L W
8	Drogheda	26	6	9	11	31	43	-12	27	D D W L L
9	Waterford U.	25	4	10	11	33	47	-14	22	D D W W L