Giroud starts for holders France against Australia
AL WAKRAH, Qatar : Olivier Giroud was named as a lone striker in the France team to face Australia in their opening World Cup Group D game on Tuesday.
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Karim Benzema's absence could see Kylian Mbappe and Olivier Giroud link up
Karim Benzema's last-minute withdrawal was labelled as a blow by everyone in the French squad but could actually be a blessing in disguise as Kylian Mbappe is now expected to be paired with his favoured attacking partner in Olivier Giroud.
Deschamps confident France can cope with absence of leading players
Defending World Cup champions France may have been rocked by the withdrawal of Ballon d’Or winner Karim Benzema but manager Didier Deschamps insists his squad can cope with their growing injury list.
Deschamps confident France can cope with injuries
Defending World Cup champions France may have been rocked by the withdrawal of Ballon d'Or winner Karim Benzema but manager Didier Deschamps insists his squad can cope with their growing injury list.
France's new generation ready to step up after Benzema injury
DOHA : France have been hit by a number of big-name injuries, including the shock news of Ballon D'Or winner Karim Benzema being ruled out of the World Cup, but younger players are ready to grab their chance.
Holders France rocked as injury rules Benzema out of World Cup
France's hopes of successfully defending the World Cup were dealt a huge blow late on Saturday as Ballon d'Or winner Karim Benzema was ruled out of the tournament in Qatar with an injured left thigh.
Host nation Qatar braces for World Cup fever ahead of opening night
The World Cup begins this weekend in Qatar as football fans fix their attention on the first Middle Eastern nation to host the tournament.
France are out to correct Euro 2021 failure - Rabiot
DOHA : France midfielder Adrien Rabiot on Friday praised the defending world champions' preparation for the Qatar World Cup as they look to make amends for their early exit at last year's Euro championship.