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SYDNEY : France have been dealt an early blow in their quest for a maiden Women's World Cup title as winger Selma Bacha and defender Elisa De Almeida were ruled out of their opening game against Jamaica on Sunday.
France captain and defender Wendie Renard says her side "can achieve something great" this time at the Women's World Cup having not been effective enough in past tournaments.
France are in town, and the world No 5-ranked outfit are feeling confident.
Former France captain Amandine Henry was included in coach Herve Renard's provisional 26-player squad for the Women's World Cup, returning to the international set-up after a two-year absence.
Herve Renard has emphasized the importance of team spirit since taking over as coach of the French women's team and the squad will benefit from his drive and determination heading into the World Cup, midfielder Amel Majri said.
Renard, who led Saudi Arabia's men at the World Cup in Qatar last year, took over from Corinne Diacre last month after she was forced out following a revolt from her players about her methods.
Herve Renard called for unity after naming captain Wendie Renard in his first squad as France manager, weeks after the defender announced she was stepping away from international football. Renard was appointed as the new France women’s manager on Thursday after ending his contract with the Saudi Arabia men’s team, who he led to the World Cup in Qatar last year.
Former France captain Wendie Renard and all-time leading goal scorer Eugenie Le Sommer have been recalled to the national team for international friendlies in the build-up to this year's World Cup.