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Didier Deschamps hails mental strength of France

Didier Deschamps heaped praise on his players following their 4-2 World Cup Final win over Croatia. The Les Bleus boss felt it wasn't a vintage performance, though there was enough mental strength...

Didier Deschamps sees bright future for Les Bleus

France manager Didier Deschamps believes his young squad are capable of dominating on the international stage for years to come. Les Bleus booked their place in a second successive major final on...

Hugo Lloris ready to suffer against Red Devils

France goalkeeper Hugo Lloris expects that his side will 'have to suffer' before they stand a chance of overcoming Belgium in their World Cup semi-final in St Petersburg. The European neighbours meets...

Olivier Giroud expects fierce Belgium test

Olivier Giroud is confident France can overcome Belgium in the World Cup semi-finals but he expects the toughest test yet for his side. Les Bleus beat Argentina 4-3 in the last 16 and backed that up...

Hugo Lloris tips Paul Pogba to deliver big performance

Paul Pogba is capable of shaping France's World Cup destiny, according to Hugo Lloris. Pogba is a "true leader" whose ability will be recognised at this World Cup says the goalkeeper. Manchester...

N’Golo Kante: France not feeling any pressure

N'Golo Kante insists France are under no extra pressure to deliver at the 2018 World Cup in Russia after falling to Portugal in the 2016 European Championship final. Much was expected from hosts...

Didier Deschamps ‘satisfied’ as Les Bleus move on

France coach Didier Deschamps declared himself satisfied after they edged past Peru 1-0 to book a last-16 spot at the World Cup in Russia. Kylian Mbappe scored the only goal of the game shortly after...

Bacary Sagna tips Paul Pogba to shine in Russia

Former France international defender Bacary Sagna expects Paul Pogba to shine this summer for Les Bleus in Russia. The Manchester United midfielder has come in for criticism in his homeland ahead of the...

Olivier Giroud ready for opener

Chelsea striker Olivier Giroud will be available to start for France in their opening World Cup game against Australia, according to Didier Deschamps. The 31-year-old's place at the World Cup was at...

France coach Didier Deschamps stands by Hugo Lloris

France coach Didier Deschamps has leapt to the defence of Tottenham goalkeeper Hugo Lloris following his side’s 1-1 draw with the USA in Lyon on Saturday night. The friendly was France’s last...

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