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Didier Deschamps

Didier Deschamps — France head coach who won the World Cup as both player (1998) and manager (2018), stepping down after 2026 tournament.

2026-04-282026-06-18
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  1. April 2026

  2. Joy Online

    … Another name that fits that idea is Didier Deschamps. His contract with France runs until the World Cup, and after that he will be available. …

    Why Mourinho could be Real’s ‘ultimate wildcard’
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VAR decision not to award penalty mystifies world referees

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Referee Alireza Faghani declined to award a penalty when Kylian Mbappe went down in the box during France's match against Senegal at the World Cup, ruling that Mbappe had initiated contact. The decision drew criticism from former elite referees and broadcasters, with Darren Cann reporting that several world-class referees contacted him unable to understand the non-call. France ultimately won 3-1 with Mbappe scoring twice.

16 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 16 June

  1. VAR decision not to award penalty mystifies world referees

    Referee Alireza Faghani declined to award a penalty when Kylian Mbappe went down in the box during France's match against Senegal at the World Cup, ruling that Mbappe had initiated contact. The decision drew criticism from former elite referees and broadcasters, with Darren Cann reporting that several world-class referees contacted him unable to understand the non-call. France ultimately won 3-1 with Mbappe scoring twice.

    16 June 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Michael Olise tops ratings in France's World Cup opener

    Michael Olise scored 8.01 out of 10 in player ratings for France's 3-1 World Cup opener against Senegal, where he provided the assist for Kylian Mbappe's opening goal after being moved to a more central position in the second half.

    16 June 2026 · Joy Online →

  3. Mbappe becomes France's all-time top scorer against Senegal

    Kylian Mbappe scored twice as France beat Senegal 3–1 in their World Cup opener, with his second goal lifting him to 58 goals for Les Bleus, surpassing Olivier Giroud's former record.

    16 June 2026 · Joy Online →

  4. France face Senegal in 2026 World Cup opener today

    France head coach Didier Deschamps says his side will show proper respect to Senegal in their opening 2026 World Cup match at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, seeking to avenge a 1-0 defeat to the Lions of Teranga in 2002 when France were defending champions. Deschamps, who won the World Cup as both player (1998) and manager (2018), will step down after the tournament.

    16 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Monday 15 June

  1. Empty World Cup press seat honors detained French sports journalist

    French journalists' unions and Fifa have arranged empty seats at World Cup press facilities to protest the imprisonment of French sports journalist Christophe Gleizes, who was jailed in Algeria in 2025 for seven years on terrorism-related charges linked to his coverage of African football.

    15 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Sunday 14 June

  1. Dembele defends Mbappe against excessive criticism

    France forward Ousmane Dembele has defended national team captain Kylian Mbappe, saying criticism of the Real Madrid striker has gone "too far" and that he remains an incredible player and good person off the pitch.

    14 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 10 June

  1. Olise scores hat-trick as France beats Northern Ireland 3-1

    Bayern Munich winger Michael Olise scored three goals in France's 3-1 World Cup warm-up win over Northern Ireland, prompting coach Didier Deschamps to praise his form and confidence ahead of the tournament.

    10 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  2. Olise scores hat-trick in France's World Cup warm-up win

    France coach Didier Deschamps praised Bayern Munich's Michael Olise after he scored a hat-trick in a 3-1 World Cup warm-up victory over Northern Ireland, backing him to make an impact at the tournament. William Saliba returned from injury as France prepare for their World Cup opener against Senegal on June 16.

    10 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Monday 8 June

  1. Michael O'Neill praises departing French boss Didier Deschamps

    Northern Ireland manager Michael O'Neill praised outgoing French boss Didier Deschamps as a "fantastic national team manager" after France beat Northern Ireland 3-1 in a World Cup warm-up match. O'Neill highlighted Deschamps' success managing a star-studded squad and his humility despite leading a major football nation.

    8 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 4 June

  1. Liverpool defender Konate speaks on depression after losses

    Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konate has opened up about battling depression after the deaths of teammate Diogo Jota and his own father during his final season at Anfield. Konate stressed that depression affects people regardless of wealth and said Jota's death, who was his neighbour, devastated him.

    4 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 28 April

  1. Real Madrid considers Mourinho as potential manager replacement

    Real Madrid's manager Alvaro Arbeloa faces pressure after poor results, sitting closer to third-place than league leaders Barcelona with a 64% win percentage in La Liga. Jose Mourinho, currently managing Benfica, is being mentioned as a potential replacement, having previously managed Real Madrid from 2010 to 2013 and winning La Liga, the Copa del Rey, and the Spanish Super Cup.

    28 April 2026 · Joy Online →

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