FC Platinum Overview

France v England: Bronze Final - FIFA World Cup 2026

‘They’d already moved on to Zidane’ - Deschamps felt abandoned by French FA during World Cup

Didier Deschamps’ legendary tenure as France manager ended with a sense of isolation and frustration, according to new revelations regarding his final tournament. The World Cup-winning coach reportedly felt that the French Football Federation (FFF) had already mentally moved on to his successor before he had even finished his duties.

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.

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
4	Ngezi Platinum FC	34	14	13	7	41	30	11	55	L D L W D
5	Tel One FC	34	14	12	8	40	26	14	54	L D D W W
6	FC Platinum	34	10	19	5	28	20	8	49	D D D L D
7	Herentals FC	34	12	12	10	27	25	2	48	W D L L D
8	ZPC Kariba	34	9	17	8	29	26	3	44	L D D D W