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🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Sports

The Headbutt Incident with Materazzi: Zidane Remembers Emotive Moments from the Incident

In a recent interview, French football legend Zinedine Zidane recalled the controversial headbutt incident involving Marco Materazzi during the 2006 World Cup final.

Feb 28 • 10:21 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
Sports

Pavard, Thuram, Chevalier... These Blues in Difficulty and Who Are Playing Big Three Months Before the World Cup

Several French internationals are struggling this season, risking their chances of being called up for the 2026 World Cup.

Feb 28 • 05:00 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
Sports

Basketball: Thanks to Francisco, the French team escapes the Hungarian trap in qualifications for the 2027 World Cup

The French national basketball team defeated Hungary 74-71 in a tense qualifier for the 2027 World Cup.

Feb 27 • 19:18 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Sports

Hero in 'Žalgiris', hero in France: S. Francisco's three-pointer secured the victory

The French national basketball team edged out Hungary 74-71 in a World Cup qualifier with S. Francisco scoring a vital three-pointer.

Feb 27 • 19:09 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
Sports

French Biathlete Withdraws from Olympics for the IBU Cup Series

French biathlete Jeanne Richard has decided to withdraw from the upcoming Milan Cortina Olympics to focus on the IBU Cup competitions.

Feb 26 • 08:23 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Sports

Hernandez immortalizes the memory of World Cup 2018 with a giant gorilla statue

French defender Lucas Hernandez celebrated his World Cup 2018 victory with a unique gesture by unveiling a giant gorilla statue outside his home.

Feb 23 • 16:35 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Sports

Zinedine Zidane made Man Utd feelings clear amid training visit before 'verbal agreement'

Zinedine Zidane has reportedly reached a verbal agreement to become the manager of the French national team after the 2023 World Cup, ending speculation about a potential move to Manchester United.

Feb 23 • 06:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Sports

Zinedine Zidane reaches 'verbal agreement' as Man Utd manager search takes twist

Zinedine Zidane is reportedly on the verge of taking over as the new manager of the French national football team after the upcoming World Cup.

Feb 21 • 18:12 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Biathlete Eric Perrot: "Unfortunately, he's cool and good"

French biathlete Eric Perrot is regarded as one of the most complete athletes in the sport and is seen as a potential successor to legends Johannes Thingnes Bö and Martin Fourcade.

Feb 20 • 09:26 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Sports

Kylian Mbappe, the latest victim of artificial intelligence

French football star Kylian Mbappe has fallen victim to a misleading video generated by artificial intelligence, falsely claiming he rejected participation in the 2026 World Cup in the U.S. due to human rights concerns.

Feb 20 • 06:10 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

AFCON 2025: Trial of 18 Senegalese supporters arrested in Morocco opens

The trial of 18 Senegalese supporters and one French national accused of hooliganism for their involvement in post-match violence during the AFCON 2025 final opens in Rabat.

Feb 19 • 08:42 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
Sports

Basketball: "This is my goal", Victor Wembanyama wants to play with the Blues this summer

Victor Wembanyama, the Spurs' Olympic vice-champion, aims to join the French national basketball team for international windows this summer.

Feb 16 • 14:02 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Sports

Mousa Al-Tamari, the number 10 of Jordan and Argentina's rival in the World Cup, scored a great goal against PSG

Mousa Al-Tamari, a key player for Jordan and future opponent of Argentina in the World Cup, scored a stunning goal against PSG during their recent match, contributing to a 3-1 defeat for the French champions.

Feb 14 • 03:38 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Ligue1+ is fighting for its survival, a lifeline for French football

The Ligue1+ platform is crucial for the financial stability of French football, but the loss of broadcasting rights for the 2026 World Cup poses a significant threat to its survival.

Feb 13 • 19:45 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Resignation of Nicolas de Tavernost, TV rights, 'Nasser Al-Khelaïfi is the boss of French football'... The truths of Jean-Michel Roussier, president of Havre, in Figaro

Jean-Michel Roussier, president of Havre, discusses the crisis in French football following the resignation of Nicolas de Tavernost from LFP Media after a failed attempt to secure TV rights for the 2026 World Cup.

Feb 13 • 17:00 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
Sports

"You will ask my successor": Deschamps jokes, without mentioning Zidane, about the Nations League draw

Didier Deschamps humorously commented on the Nations League draw, acknowledging he will not lead the French team after the upcoming World Cup.

Feb 13 • 08:25 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
Sports

Tsitsipas in the '16' of Rotterdam

Stefanos Tsitsipas advances to the Round of 16 at the ATP 500 tournament in Rotterdam after defeating French player Arthur Rinderknech.

Feb 11 • 14:15 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

French report: Rkraki determined to leave Morocco despite official denial

Reports suggest Moroccan national team coach Walid Rkraki is keen on resigning, despite official denials from the Moroccan Football Federation.

Feb 9 • 16:38 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
Sports

Davis Cup: Rinderknech equalizes for the French team against Slovakia, suspense in Portel before Sunday's matches

Arthur Rinderknech helped France equalize against Slovakia at 1-1 in the Davis Cup qualifying matches held in Portel.

Feb 7 • 18:10 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
Sports

Davis Cup: Müller's debut, absences of Humbert and Moutet, unprecedented duel... 5 questions about the first round France-Slovakia

The French tennis team, led by Arthur Rinderknech, is favored to win against Slovakia in the first round of the 2026 Davis Cup qualifiers this weekend at home.

Feb 7 • 06:30 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
Sports

World's leading biathlete Pero: Rastorgujevs will be strong

French biathlete Érik Pero, the leader of the World Cup overall standings, expressed confidence that Latvia's top biathlete Andrejs Rastorgujevs will perform strongly at the Olympic course in Antholz.

Feb 6 • 08:23 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Sports

In the video.. Endrick scores a rocket goal and refuses to be compared to Benzema, the legend of Lyon

Brazilian young star Endrick, on loan to Olympique Lyon from Real Madrid, impressively scores a stunning goal in the French Cup, helping his team advance to the quarterfinals.

Feb 5 • 07:30 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
Sports

Endrick sends Lyon into French Cup quarter-finals with late goal

Endrick scored an 80th-minute goal, leading Lyon to a 2-0 victory over Laval in the French Cup round of 16.

Feb 5 • 06:24 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
Sports

The Unstoppable Šulc. Opponents fouled him, yet he directed the decisive goal

Czech footballer Pavel Šulc assisted in Lyon's 2-0 victory over Laval, securing their place in the quarterfinals of the French Cup.

Feb 4 • 21:47 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
Sports

French Biathlete Prepares for Olympics in a Pool

French biathlete and current World Cup leader Eric Perrot discusses his new training regimen ahead of the Milan Cortina Olympics, where he is a top medal contender after previously serving as a reserve in the 2022 Beijing Games.

Feb 4 • 13:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Sports

French media all agree as Ethan Nwaneri handed early Marseille exit after red card fury

Ethan Nwaneri received a red card during Marseille's 3-0 victory against Rennes, leading to his early substitution and controversy among French media.

Feb 4 • 11:28 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
Sports

French Cup: OM bounce back and plunge Stade Rennais into doubt

Olympique de Marseille secured a 3-0 victory over Stade Rennais in the French Cup, marking Rennes' third consecutive loss.

Feb 4 • 06:22 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Sports

Ethan Nwaneri shows true colours as Arsenal loanee set for £60m Marseille test

Ethan Nwaneri aims to make a significant impact during Marseille's upcoming French Cup match against Rennes as he seeks to establish himself during his loan from Arsenal.

Feb 3 • 13:31 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Sports

Moroccan Zbeiri, top scorer of the U-20 World Cup, transfers to French Rennes

The French football club Rennes officially announced the signing of young Moroccan forward Yassir Zbeiri from Portuguese club Famalicao, as he stands out among the best young players after a remarkable season in the U-20 World Cup in Chile.

Feb 3 • 06:18 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
Sports

Football: Ligue 1 clubs PSG and Lille look to bounce back after French Cup defeats

Ligue 1 clubs PSG and Lille are seeking to recover after their recent losses in the French Cup.

Jan 16 • 07:30 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
Sports

Football: Ligue 1 clubs PSG and Lille look to bounce back after French Cup defeats

PSG and Lille are determined to recover in Ligue 1 after their disappointing exits from the Coupe de France.

Jan 16 • 06:58 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
Sports

French Team: The Blues in Nantes on June 4, "a nod" to Deschamps

The French national football team will play a preparation match in Nantes on June 4 ahead of the 2026 World Cup, as announced by the president of the French Football Federation.

Jan 15 • 13:30 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
Sports

Manchester City: one-two, backheel and unstoppable strike, the brilliant action of Rayan Cherki in video

French forward Rayan Cherki showcased his immense talent with Manchester City as they defeated Newcastle in the League Cup semifinals, contributing significantly with a goal from a stunning collective play.

Jan 14 • 07:43 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
Sports

French Cup: Marseille thrash Bayeux (9-0) and will face Rennes

Olympique de Marseille defeated Bayeux with a dominant score of 9-0 in the French Cup, advancing to face Rennes in the next round.

Jan 14 • 06:14 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Sports

The cup of pride for the poor cousins

The Paris Football Club, the second team in the capital, eliminated European champions Paris Saint-Germain in the round of sixteen of the French Cup.

Jan 14 • 04:00 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Sports

Giant Screens in France to Show African Cup of Nations Matches

French authorities have announced the installation of giant screens in two areas to allow residents to watch the remaining matches of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations taking place in Morocco.

Jan 14 • 02:44 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
Sports

French Cup: The Qualification of the Amateur Bayeux Brings Overtime at the City Factory

The amateur football team Bayeux's advancement in the French Cup has resulted in overtime work at the local factory.

Jan 13 • 18:33 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Sports

Is N'Golo Kante returning to Europe?

French footballer and World Cup winner N'Golo Kante, whose contract with Saudi club Al-Ittihad is nearing its end, is reportedly being pursued by Turkish club Fenerbahçe, potentially opening the door for a return to Europe.

Jan 13 • 18:08 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Sports

Was one of the best midfielders in the world. Now he is returning to Europe?

N'Golo Kante, the French footballer and World Cup winner, is reportedly considering a return to Europe as he enters the final six months of his contract with Saudi club Al-Ittihad, with interest from Turkish side Fenerbahçe.

Jan 13 • 18:08 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
Sports

Paris St.-Germain suffers historic defeat

Paris FC eliminates Paris St.-Germain from the French Cup in a shocking upset, marking PSG's earliest exit since 2014.

Jan 13 • 08:14 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
Sports

French Cup: Paris FC upset Paris Saint-Germain in round of 32

Paris FC made history by defeating Paris Saint-Germain 1-0 in the Coupe de France round of 32.

Jan 13 • 07:08 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
Sports

Ikone stuns Paris Saint-Germain as Paris FC reach French Cup last 16

Jonathan Ikone scored the match-winning goal, leading Paris FC to a surprising 1-0 victory over Paris Saint-Germain in the French Cup.

Jan 13 • 00:15 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Sports

The youngest captain in the history of the French league retires

Former PSG, Liverpool, and French national team defender Mamadou Sakho announced his retirement during a pre-game ceremony at Parc des Princes before a cup match.

Jan 12 • 23:45 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
Sports

Huge surprise in the French Cup: Newly-promoted Paris FC eliminated treble champions Paris Saint-Germain, see the goal

In a shocking upset, newly-promoted Paris FC defeated treble winners Paris Saint-Germain 1-0 in the French Cup, eliminating them in the round of 32.

Jan 12 • 23:23 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Sports

Paris FC defeats PSG for the first time in history and knocks them out of the Cup

Paris FC made history by defeating PSG 1-0, eliminating the defending champions from the French Cup in the round of 16.

Jan 12 • 22:17 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Sports

Watch.. Endrick embarrasses Alonso with a decisive goal and a valuable qualification with French Lyon

Brazilian Endrick, on loan from Real Madrid, made an impressive debut for Olympique Lyonnais, scoring a key goal in their 2-1 victory over Lille in the French Cup.

Jan 12 • 13:43 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
Sports

French Cup: Endrick gives Lyon victory over Lille in round of 32

Olympique Lyonnais triumphed 2-1 over Lille in the French Cup round of 32 with Endrick scoring the decisive goal.

Jan 12 • 06:58 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
Sports

"We need to be able to tell each other things," demands Antoine Dupont after Stade Toulousain's latest defeat

After losing to the Saracens, Antoine Dupont, captain of the French champions, calls for self-reflection to understand the team's struggles.

Jan 12 • 06:07 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
Sports

Rugby, Champions Cup: qualified, in favorable position, eliminated... Where do French clubs stand?

Most of the Top 14 clubs participating in the Champions Cup are in a strong position to advance to the knockout stages ahead of the fourth round.

Jan 12 • 05:45 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Sports

VIDEO Endrick scored his first goal for Lyon

Endrick scored his first goal for Lyon in a match where they beat Lille 2-1 to secure a spot in the last 16 of the French Cup, with all goals occurring in the first half.

Jan 11 • 23:45 UTC

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