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Giroud Ties Henry’s France Goal Record in Rout of Australia

France fell behind early but surged by the Socceroos thanks in part to its 36-year-old striker and his star-studded teammates.

Sports Illustrated

World Cup 2022, Day 3: The schedule, key players, what to expect

What’s in store for Argentina vs Saudi Arabia, Denmark vs Tunisia, Mexico vs Poland, and France vs Australia in Qatar.

Al Jazeera

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.

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France World Cup 2022 squad guide: Full fixtures, group, ones to watch, odds and more

France have a squad bursting with quality but recent performances suggest Didier Deschamps is still trying to find the right formula between youthful promise and World Cup-winning experience

The Independent UK

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

Why Karim Benzema’s absence could improve France’s World Cup chances

Neither of Les Bleus’ two World Cup triumphs contained a goal from their main striker at the time

The Independent UK

France vs Australia confirmed line-ups: Team news ahead of World Cup fixture tonight

Everything you need to know as the reigning champions start their title defence in Group D

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France put faith in Mbappé as injury-hit holders begin their defence

Les Bleus’ hopes of emulating Brazil may rest on their superstar forward avoiding a repeat of Pelé’s fate in 1962

The Guardian - UK

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

Didier Deschamps hints at why he won't replace Karim Benzema with Kylian Mbappe plan

France boss Didier Deschamps is having to rejig his frontline after Karim Benzema was ruled out of the World Cup through injury with a new role for Kylian Mbappe

Daily Mirror

France Star Karim Benzema Out for World Cup with Leg Injury

One month after raising the Ballon d’Or in triumph to crown his remarkable rise, Karim Benzema’s dream of winning the World Cup is over before he has even played a game in Qatar. Defending champion France’s World Cup hopes took a huge blow with the news that its star striker…

Asharq Al-Awsat

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

The Independent UK

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

Olivier Giroud explains why France dressing room won't miss Paul Pogba

Paul Pogba was ruled out of the World Cup 2022 in Qatar with a knee injury having been an important member of France's on and off field success in Russia four years ago

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Benjamin Pavard delivers transfer blow to Man Utd despite "considering new projects"

Manchester United have been linked with Benjamin Pavard in recent months and the Bayern Munich defender is open to pursuing a new challenge - under certain conditions

The Guardian - UK

European roundup: Milan go second after own goal as Mbappé sparks PSG rout

An own goal by Nikola Milenkovic gave Milan a 2-1 win at home to Fiorentina as PSG signed off with 5-0 defeat of Auxerre

Radio France Internationale

France reveals its World Cup squad to defend title in Qatar

France coach Didier Deschamps has revealed the 25-man squad tasked with defending their title in Qatar. Raphael Varane is on board, despite the defender's recent injury problems, as is 36-year-old striker Olivier Giroud.

The Independent UK

France World Cup 2022 squad guide: Full fixtures, group, ones to watch, odds and more

France have a squad bursting with quality but recent performances suggest Didier Deschamps is still trying to find the right formula between youthful promise and World Cup-winning experience

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Olivier Giroud scores last-minute winner and is sent off after he "forgot" he was booked

AC Milan striker Olivier Giroud came off the bench to score a brilliant acrobatic winner in Saturday's Serie A clash against Spezia - but was sent off seconds later

Asharq Al-Awsat

Milan’s Giroud Sent off after Forgetting First Yellow in Win over Spezia

AC Milan forward Olivier Giroud said he had forgotten about his earlier yellow card when he took off his shirt to celebrate scoring a late goal in Saturday's hard-fought 2-1 victory over Spezia in Serie A and was dismissed. Milan took advantage of Atalanta's stumble in their 2-1 home defeat…

The Independent UK

Robert Lewandowski misses penalty as Barcelona win in Gerard Pique’s final game

The defender made his final Barca appearance at the Nou Camp.

Football London

Liverpool star Virgil van Dijk names striker Chelsea sold as toughest opponent

The Liverpool centre-back has been speaking about his toughest opponent during his time in the Premier League, naming ex-Chelsea and Arsenal striker Olivier Giroud.

Evening Standard

Liverpool star Virgil van Dijk names Olivier Giroud as unlikely toughest opponent

Virgil van Dijk revealed Olivier Giroud is the toughest opponent he has faced, bemoaning the Frenchman’s ability to always find a way to get on the scoresheet.

Daily Mirror

Virgil van Dijk names Arsenal icon as striker he "struggled against the most"

Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk has played against the best centre-forwards in the Premier League and Champions League - and picked out a former Arsenal star for praise

Liverpool Echo

Just an annoying person' - Virgil van Dijk hated playing against Premier League striker

Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk has opted for a surprise name when picking the hardest striker he's ever faced

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