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France firm favourites to start off with win against Australia, despite injuries

France are overwhelming favourites in their opening clash against relative minnows Australia, especially given the presence of the mighty Kylian Mbappé. But Les Bleus fans can be forgiven a few jitters – as a range of injuries afflicts the squad and the curse of World Cup title-holders looms large.

France 24

Kylian Mbappe: Holders France need superstar to put team first in World Cup defence

The PSG forward leads a weaker Les Bleus side than the one that lifted the trophy four years ago

The Independent UK

World Cup 2022: France vs Australia match preview

The current champions seem confident that they can overcome the well-drilled and pragmatic Australian team.

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France Faces Midfield Battle against Australia at World Cup

Even without the injured Karim Benzema, defending World Cup champion France has plenty of attacking power. Most teams would love to have either Kylian Mbappe, Antoine Griezmann or Olivier Giroud in their forward line, let alone all three. They have 119 international goals between them, plus an abundance of speed,…

Asharq Al-Awsat

France vs Australia prediction and odds as Les Bleus kick off their World Cup defence

We've picked out a solid France vs Australia prediction ahead of Tuesday's Group D clash in the Al Wakrah Stadium

Football London

Former France World Cup manager felt "bored" during historic 2018 success

France lifted their second World Cup title in Russia back in 2018 but despite the success, one former manager of Les Bleus was not left particularly enamoured with Didier Deschamps’ side

Daily Mirror

Star striker Karim Benzema out of World Cup with thigh tear

Defending champion France’s World Cup hopes have taken a huge blow with the news that star striker Karim Benzema is out of the tournament after tearing a muscle in his left thigh during training

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France hint at World Cup starting line-up with notable William Saliba decision

France are preparing for their World Cup opener against Australia on Tuesday but in-form Arsenal defender William Saliba may not be in the starting XI for Les Bleus

Daily Mirror

How Senegal’s ‘crazy bunch’ stunned France in World Cup upset for the ages

In an extract from a new book Philippe Auclair revisits the day Roger Lemerre’s all-conquering side fell to earth in 2002

The Guardian - UK

Can France defend their World Cup title in Qatar?

Holders head into the World Cup as one of the favourites, but recent poor results have raised some concerns.

Al Jazeera

A history of World Cup flops: Past upsets haunt defending champions France

Defending champions France enter the World Cup in Qatar hoping to break the curse that has plagued recent title holders – a jinx the French inaugurated in 2002 when their formidable armada of strikers famously failed to score a single goal.

France 24

World Cup Group D preview: France, Australia, Denmark, Tunisia

World Cup reigning champions France have once again been paired up with Australia and Denmark as they seek to retain their crown, with Tunisia completing the Group D lineup

Daily Mirror

2022 World Cup Group D Preview: France’s Uncertain Encore

There’s no denying Les Bleus’ talent, but injuries and intangibles threaten to undermine their title defense—and a dangerous Denmark is ready to pounce.

Sports Illustrated

Our Expert World Cup Predictions and Knockout Brackets

There’s no consensus champion, but there’s an agreement about one thing: Europe’s reign over the World Cup will end in Qatar.

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Kylian Mbappe Takes on the Weight of His World

Winning the World Cup at 19 and becoming the world’s most expensive player by 23 comes with spotlight and scrutiny. And the France star is ready for more.

Sports Illustrated

France World Cup Preview: Champs Are Loaded—With Talent and Questions

There’s no denying France’s depth of talent, but injuries, chemistry and off-field drama again threaten to derail Les Bleus on the biggest stage.

The Guardian - AU

Courageous Wallabies fall to French resistance in Paris thriller

Australia lost a thriller to France 30-29 at Stade de France, with a brave Wallabies side missing the chance to stop Les Bleus’ winning streak at 10 Tests

The Independent UK

Damian Penaud stuns Australia as late try extends record France win streak

France 30-29 Australia: The Wallabies gave Les Bleus a scare after Lalakai Foketi and Jock Campbell tries

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The Independent UK

France vs Australia LIVE rugby: Result and final score as late Damian Penaud try snatches victory

The Wallabies led late after impressive tries from Lalakai Foketi and Jock Campbell, but Damian Penaud’s brilliance seized the win for the French at the death

Wales Online

What time is France v Australia kick-off today and what TV channel is it on?

Les Bleus play their first Test since July against the Wallabies: here's the UK kick-off time, team line-ups, how to watch the game live and referee details

The Guardian - AU

Invigorated Wallabies target rare back-to-back wins with France upset

Win or lose, the match in Paris offers added value for Australia – it is a benchmark before next year’s World Cup

Daily Mirror

Arsenal's William Saliba lined up as replacement after Raphael Varane left in tears

Varane was forced to leave Manchester United's draw at Chelsea with a hamstring injury, potentially ruling him out of the World Cup, leaving France searching for a replacement

Daily Mirror

N'Golo Kante facing crushing World Cup blow as Chelsea hero suffers injury setback

N'Golo Kante played a big part for France as Les Bleus won the World Cup in 2018, but is in danger of missing out on this year's tournament after another injury setback

Daily Mirror

PSG boss responds after Kylian Mbappe deletes Instagram post criticising his tactics

Kylian Mbappe has been scoring freely for Paris Saint-Germain this season, but off-field matters have threatened to overshadow the performances of the French international

Daily Mirror

Kylian Mbappe opens up on "freedom" that deals blow to Real Madrid star Karim Benzema

Paris Saint-Germain star Kylian Mbappe and Real Madrid's Karim Benzema played together for France at Euro 2020 and will both be in the mix for this winter's World Cup

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