France coach Didier Deschamps was sweating on the fitness of several key players on Saturday as his team battled a mystery virus on the eve of the World Cup final against Argentina. The virus scare threatens to derail France’s bid to become the first team to win back-to-back World Cups since Brazil achieved the feat in 1962. Morocco coach Walid …
DOHA, Qatar — Even without the injured Karim Benzema, defending World Cup champion France has plenty of attacking power. France struggled to beat Australia 2-1 when the teams met in their World Cup opener four years ago, and that was with a full-strength midfield. So Deschamps faces Australia with a revamped midfield where the most experienced player is Adrien Rabiot …
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — When one of Florida school shooter Nikolas Cruz ’s dogs died after eating a poisonous toad, he began a rampage against the amphibians, a former neighbor testified Wednesday, adding that Cruz’s temper was so volatile he never should have been allowed to own a gun or other weapons. He may have screamed a little,” said Gold, …
France's start to their Euro 2020 campaign hasn't been particularly smooth sailing. However, skipper Hugo Lloris said his team will derive motivation from the threat of elimination when they take on Switzerland on Monday. Euro 2020: France's goalkeeper Hugo Lloris warms up during a training session ahead of their round of 16 match against Switzerland. We don't like to lose …
