France World Cup winner Emmanuel Petit has delivered a scathing assessment of the current state of FIFA, calling for a total overhaul of the governing body's leadership. The former Arsenal and Chelsea midfielder is one of several high-profile figures to put their name to an open letter denouncing the actions of president Gianni Infantino and other top officials.
The appointment of Fabien Barthez to Zinedine Zidane's new-look France backroom staff has sparked a heated debate regarding coaching qualifications at the highest level of international football. While critics have questioned the French Football Federation’s decision to hire a coach without the required diplomas, legendary figures have jumped to the defense of the iconic former shot-stopper.
The Real Madrid and France superstar is set to swap the American sportswear giant for an "unknown" market disruptor in what will be an unprecedented move in the football boot space
Zinedine Zidane has officially confirmed his new backroom staff after succeeding Didier Deschamps as the manager of the France national team. The former Real Madrid head coach has reunited with legendary goalkeeper Fabien Barthez, who joins the setup to coach the shot-stoppers.
FIFA president Gianni Infantino has taken to social media to celebrate the historic achievements of Kylian Mbappe following the conclusion of the World Cup in North America. The head of world football's governing body also used his platform to issue a stern condemnation of racist abuse directed at the French captain.
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