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French FA accuses Infantino of ‘seriously damaging’ football as it withdraws support

The French Football Federation’s president, Philippe Diallo, has strongly criticised his Fifa counterpart, saying ‘trust has been broken’

The Guardian - UK

French football chiefs withdraw backing for Fifa boss Infantino

The French Football Federation (FFF) withdrew its support for Gianni Infantino's bid for a fourth term as Fifa president on Thursday, criticising his plans to bring private investors into Fifa's commercial operations and the way he runs the 122-year-old organisation.

Radio France Internationale

French Football Federation withdraws support for FIFA president Infantino

The French Football Federation has withdrawn its support for Gianni Infantino's FIFA presidency bid. This decision follows a broken trust and differing views on football governance. France initially backed Infantino but subsequent events changed their stance. Several European federations have also withdrawn their backing for the FIFA chief.

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FIFA's plan to sell World Cup to private investors met with shock and anger by the world of football

FIFA president Gianni Infantino has written to all 211 member associations, offering each $40 million (€35 million) if they back his controversial plan to sell stakes in the governing body's major competitions.

Euronews

Zinedine Zidane fulfils 'dream' as he takes charge of France

After the announcement, Zidane greeted a large gathering of fans outside the federation headquarters and they cheered loudly when he arrived.

Euronews

‘He’s back’: Zinedine Zidane named France head coach in long-awaited homecoming

Zinedine Zidane is France’s new head coach, replacing Didier Deschamps at the helm of the team he led to glory as arguably their greatest ever player

The Guardian - UK

Zizou's back: Zinedine Zidane set to take charge of Les Bleus

The French Football Federation will hold a news conference on 28 July to unveil the next coach of the national team, the governing body said on Thursday. Former star player Zinedine Zidane has long been viewed as the leading candidate for the role.

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How a 64-team World Cup could transform soccer's economics

FIFA president Gianni Infantino is considering a 64-team World Cup after the recent 48-team tournament. This potential expansion could significantly alter the sport's global economics and logistics. Regional confederations might become more dependent on FIFA's financial distributions. UEFA and the Asian Football Confederation have voiced opposition to further expansion.

The Economic Times

France deliver knockout punch to Paraguay in the Battle of Philadelphia

In today’s Football Daily: Kylian Mbappé and co have the last laugh

The Guardian - UK

French football chief condemns Chilavert’s remarks that Les Bleus are ‘a squad from Africa’

Philippe Diallo says the former Paraguay goalkeeper has ‘fallen into disgrace’ after his remarks about France’s roster

The Guardian - US

French FA chief condemns ‘disgraceful’ ex-Paraguay goalkeeper Jose Luis Chilavert for racist remark

Philippe Diallo, the president of FFF, hit out at Chilavert, who had been engaged in a dispute with ex-France international Christophe Dugarry on social media

The Independent UK

The 2026 World Cup kicks off today - here's everything you need to know

According to FIFA, 2.9 billion people worldwide watched the 2022 World Cup in Qatar on linear TV, with 2.7 billion also streaming the tournament.

Euronews

Ligue 1’s two-faced truth: European success is masking financial ruin

French clubs are enjoying their best continental season in decades but a catastrophic crisis could engulf the entire league

The Guardian - UK

Marseille chief says sorry for 'corrupt officiating' barb after loss at Auxerre

Marseille football club supremo Pablo Longoria apologised on Monday for unleashing a tirade during which he branded the officiating as corrupt after his side's 3-0 defeat at Auxerre on Saturday.

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Thierry Henry Resigns As France's Youth Team Manager After Olympics

Thierry Henry steps down as France's youth team manager after successful Paris Olympics campaign, citing personal reasons.

France 24

Thierry Henry resigns as coach of France's under-21 football squad for 'personal reasons'

Former football star Thierry Henry has stepped down as head coach of France's under-21 football team after his squad lost the final of the 2024 Paris Olympics to Spain. Henry cited 'personal reasons', according to the French Football Federation.

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Chelsea and FIFA investigating after Enzo Fernandez posts ‘offensive’ video

Chelsea and FIFA are investigating after midfielder Enzo Fernandez apologised for an “offensive” video posted on his Instagram account.

Latin Times

French Fury At Argentina's Copa America Insults

FFF president Philippe Diallo "condemned with the greatest firmness the unacceptable racist and discriminatory remarks made against players of the France team".

The Independent UK

French federation files complaint after 'racist and discriminatory remarks' by Argentina players

The French soccer federation has pledged to file a complaint with FIFA over “racist and discriminatory remarks” by Argentina players in post-match chants about France’s team after their Copa America title win

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France make key decision on Didier Deschamps’ future, as Zinedine Zidane vies for manager’s job

Didier Deschamps' France side crashed out of Euro 2024 at the semi-final stage on Tuesday evening

Radio France Internationale

Spanish inquisition: France boss Deschamps on the rack after exit at Euro 2024

France head coach Didier Deschamps was under pressure on Wednesday to quit after his side's 2-1 loss to Spain in the semi-finals at the European championships in Germany.

The Guardian - UK

French football v the far right: how Mbappé and Les Bleus stood up to extremism

Kylian Mbappé and Marcus Thuram enraged sections of the press when they denounced extremists in France’s election. Other famous French footballers have been there before

The Independent UK

Too early to say if Kylian Mbappe will continue at Euro 2024 – FFF president

The forward was taken to hospital in Dusseldorf after colliding with opponent Kevin Danso’s shoulder in the victory over Austria.

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