french football
Emmanuel Macron, Vanquisher of The Far-Right and Extremely Average Left-Back
According to reports in France, Emmanuel Macron was once officially registered as the left-back for a Parisian amateur team. Always stopping right-wingers in their tracks, amirite.
The Seductive Allure of French Football
French soccer has held a special place in my heart ever since I first laid eyes on Sidney Govou. Now, for the first time I can recall, it has the chance to stand alongside Europe's footballing superpowers.
Chad Sponsors Ligue 1 Club FC Metz, Despite Being World’s Fourth-Poorest Country
Chadian officials are hoping the move will attract holidaymakers to the landlocked Central African country, despite its status as a failed state.
Tactical Tribulations in the Semi-Final: Previewing France vs. Germany
While Germany have significant tinkering to do ahead of the semis, France look to have found their momentum. The French have a woeful record against Die Mannschaft, however.
The Pledge of Silence: Homosexuality in French Soccer
While some efforts have been made to tackle homophobia in French football, it's a problem which many are happy to ignore. Until the authorities make a cogent plan for fighting discrimination, progress can only ever be limited.
The Heroes Meet the Hosts: Previewing Iceland vs. France
They've had the least possession, the lowest pass success rate, and no one has allowed the opposition more shots per game. Still, Iceland battle on. Next, they face strongly-fancied hosts France in the quarter-finals.
Benzema Says Deschamps Has Given in to "a Racist Part of France"
Real Madrid's Karim Benzema says that the national team boss Didier Deschamps "bowed to the pressure of a racist part of France" by not selecting him for Euro 2016.
Game Changers: Michel Platini and France at Euro ‘84
While Michel Platini is now synonymous with the era of sleaze at FIFA, he was once France’s golden boy. Of all his iconic triumphs, Euro ‘84 was the greatest.
Serge Aurier Reportedly Arrested For Assaulting A Police Officer
The Paris Saint-Germain defender has courted major controversy over the last few months, having made several homophobic comments about Laurent Blanc in February.
Karim Benzema Arrested in Alleged Sex Tape Blackmail Case
Police want to know if he's been offering friendly advice or is in on the plot.