Benzema Leaves Door Ajar for Shock France World Cup Return
Karim Benzema says he would return for France if selected for the 2026 World Cup. His comments revive memories of exile, redemption, injury heartbreak, and an uneasy relationship with Didier Deschamps
France Discover 2026 World Cup Group Stage Path Across USA
Les Bleus will begin their 2026 World Cup campaign with a symbolic clash against Senegal before facing a playoff opponent and Erling Haaland’s Norway, as FIFA confirms France’s full group-stage schedule across iconic US stadiums
Mbappe Ruled Out of Azerbaijan Clash as France Wraps Qualifiers
Kylian Mbappe has been ruled out of France’s final World Cup qualifier against Azerbaijan due to ankle inflammation, the French Football Federation confirmed, adding to injuries and suspensions impacting Didier Deschamps’ squad
Didier Deschamps to Step Down as France Head Coach After 2026 World Cup
Deschamps, who has been at the helm since 2012, has overseen a remarkable era in French football. He guided France to victory in the 2018 World Cup, a feat that cemented his place in the annals of football history