SAINT-DENIS (FRANCE) – Just two months before France begin their defence of the World Cup, the mood around the team is in stark contrast to the celebrations that followed their win over Croatia in the 2018 final.
The clouds have been gathering over coach Didier Deschamps and his squad as key players struggle with injuries and personal problems.
Meanwhile the French Football Federation (FFF) is locked in a row over image rights with its biggest star and its president faces accusations of inappropriate behaviour.
It all threatens to derail France’s campaign in Qatar.
More immediately, they go into their final matches before the World Cup…
