Didier Deschamps is playing down comparisons to the 2002 World Cup but has demanded his players remain humble

France and Senegal open Group I in East Rutherford on Tuesday in a meeting shaped as much by history as by present-day ambition, bringing together a...

France faces Senegal in a thrilling World Cup rematch, echoing their historic 2002 upset and showcasing evolving football styles.

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J., June 15 : France coach Didier Deschamps said his side were not out for revenge in their World Cup opener against Senegal on Tuesday, 24 years after an…

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J., June 15 : Senegal coach Pape Thiaw was a player on the sidelines 24 years ago when his country beat France 1-0 in a shock result at the World Cup - now, he…

Senegal coach Pape Thiaw confirms AFCON controversy is behind them as the team focuses on their World Cup opener against France. Read more here.

A repeat of the 2002 opening game has been billed as one of the most anticipated group stage matches of the tournament.

Les Bleus lancent leur Coupe du monde 2026, mardi, contre les Lions de la Teranga. Un adversaire qu'ils n'ont affronté qu'une fois, pour une défaite restée dans les mémoires.

Les Bleus will be wary of carrying the favourites tag when they begin their quest for a third World Cup title against Senegal on Tuesday, 24 years after their shock defeat against…

Didier Deschamps is playing down comparisons to the 2002 World Cup but has demanded his players remain humble

EAST RUTHERFORD, June 16 — France come into this year’s World Cup as one of the leading contenders for the trophy having reached the final of the last two editions, but...