# France

Last week

26th March 2023 - 1st April 2023

'We have to get 6 points' - No margin for error as Ireland look ahead to June qualifiers

Chiedozie Ogbene says Stephen Kenny’s side should take encouragement from their performance against France on Monday.

5.2k

Wed 6:30 AM

# Speaking out

'No matter who you are, you always have a right to play for this country'

Ireland’s Adam Idah on his own experiences with racist abuse in the wake of recent controversies.

9.5k

Tue 11:00 PM

# Raising Awareness

'It’s been a bit of a journey' - James McClean diagnosed with autism

The Ireland international hopes to inspire others by sharing the news.

22.8k

Tue 4:34 PM

# Raising Awareness

'It’s been a bit of a journey' - James McClean diagnosed with autism

The Ireland international hopes to inspire others by sharing the news.

9.8k

Tue 3:51 PM

# 12th man

'It was the best atmosphere I have ever played in'

Jayson Molumby paid tribute to Ireland’s fans and his teammates on a bittersweet night.

12.5k

Tue 12:46 PM

# talking point

The biggest myth of the Stephen Kenny era was exposed last night

Ireland can no longer be considered all style and no substance, writes Paul Fennessy.

31.4k

Tue 6:30 AM

AS IT HAPPENED

Ireland v France, Euro 2024 qualifier

Ireland faced France in what was a big test for Stephen Kenny’s side.

48.7k

Mon 8:48 PM

# luckless

‘You start thinking: why am I bothering to play football?’

Ex-Ireland international Alan Judge on seeking help and his determination to persevere in spite of numerous setbacks.

13.0k

Mar 26th 2023, 8:00 AM

Last month

March 2023

# looking ahead

Do you agree with our Ireland team to face France?

Stephen Kenny has some tough calls to make ahead of the vital Euros qualifier.

9.5k

Mar 25th 2023, 9:30 AM

# easy

Ireland's rivals France thrash Netherlands in group opener

Kylian Mbappe marked his first game as captain with two goals and an assist.

25.4k

Mar 24th 2023, 10:26 PM

# easy

Ireland's rivals France thrash Netherlands in group opener

Kylian Mbappe marked his first game as with two goals and an assist.

9.8k

Mar 24th 2023, 10:11 PM

# standing out

Ireland's man of the match hoping to be in contention for France clash

Will Smallbone caught the eye on his debut against Latvia on Wednesday night.

3.9k

Mar 24th 2023, 12:01 AM

# Setback

Bad news for Ireland's rivals as Dutch lose several players for France clash

Liverpool’s Cody Gakpo and Bayern Munich defender Matthijs de Ligt are among the individuals ruled out.

6.5k

Mar 23rd 2023, 11:30 AM

# Take a Bow

Evan Ferguson nonchalant as ever after becoming Ireland's youngest goalscorer since Robbie Keane

The Meath teenager gave his thoughts after scoring against Latvia last night on his full debut.

11.7k

Mar 23rd 2023, 10:56 AM

# Take a Bow

Ferguson nonchalant as ever after becoming Ireland's youngest scorer since Keane

The Meath teenager gave his thoughts after scoring against Latvia on his full debut.

6.3k

Mar 23rd 2023, 8:00 AM

# Admission

'I should be hitting the heights of my ability. I am 27 years old'

Ireland’s Callum O’Dowda celebrated his first international goal on his 26th cap last night.

10.9k

Mar 23rd 2023, 6:00 AM

# Opinion

Do you agree with our Ireland team to face Latvia?

Stephen Kenny has some tough calls to make amid a crucial international window.

15.5k

Mar 20th 2023, 7:00 PM

# misfortune

Ireland's rivals France and Netherlands suffer blows ahead of clash

Frenkie de Jong and Steven Bergwijn are among the players ruled out, while Mike Maignan has been confirmed as Les Bleus’ new number one

7.8k

Mar 20th 2023, 6:59 PM

# opportunity knocks

5 uncapped players who could feature in Ireland squad to face France

Stephen Kenny will confirm the players he has chosen for the vital qualifier tomorrow.

9.5k

Mar 15th 2023, 7:00 PM

# Unhappy

Benzema disputes 'liar' Deschamps over World Cup claim

The Real Madrid forward pulled out of the France squad with an injured left thigh on the eve of the tournament.

8.9k

Mar 11th 2023, 1:11 PM

This year

2023

# Unimpressed

Italy match leaves 'bitter taste', says France coach

Fabien Galthie expressed frustration after seeing his side let their tight grip loosen as the game wore on.

15.5k

Feb 5th 2023, 8:31 PM

# Wave Goodbye

France and Man United star Varane announces international retirement at 29

The player is now set to miss Didier Deschamps’ side’s trip to the Aviva Stadium in March.

7.6k

Feb 2nd 2023, 12:56 PM

Last year

2022

# Controversy

'Hateful' racist abuse of France's World Cup runners-up slammed

Kingsley Coman and Aurelien Tchouameni, who missed their penalties in the shootout, were targeted.

9.0k

Dec 20th 2022, 9:26 PM

# doubt

Deschamps' France future uncertain ahead of Ireland clash in March

Les Bleus face Stephen Kenny’s side in the next international window.

4.9k

Dec 19th 2022, 1:19 PM

# talking point

The bittersweet feeling of watching Lionel Messi

The 35-year-old fulfilled a lifelong ambition by winning the World Cup on Sunday, but some will have felt conflicted when observing the star in action.

53.3k

Dec 19th 2022, 8:30 AM

# Disappointment

France coach Deschamps rues 'cruel' World Cup final defeat

Kylian Mbappe scored twice in two minutes late on in Doha as France almost earned an improbable win.

9.2k

Dec 18th 2022, 8:35 PM

AS IT HAPPENED

Argentina v France, World Cup final

Argentina faced France, as Lionel Messi aimed to end his international career on a high.

75.1k

Dec 18th 2022, 5:05 PM

# Les Bleus

Deschamps rules out shock return for Benzema as France battle mystery virus

The Real Madrid striker pulled out injured just before the start of the World Cup.

14.5k

Updated

Dec 17th 2022, 3:51 PM

# Opinion

Ranking the 10 best matches of the 2022 World Cup

Argentina-Netherlands and other memorable encounters.

9.9k

Dec 16th 2022, 12:01 AM

# talking point

Why England's latest World Cup exit feels at once familiar and unprecedented

Harry Kane’s penalty miss summed up a night in which France enjoyed the better fortune.

6.2k

Dec 12th 2022, 12:01 AM

# Regret

Penalty miss will 'haunt' Harry Kane for the rest of his life

Gareth Southgate’s side exited the tournament after the Tottenham forward blazed over his second spot-kick late on.

7.5k

Dec 11th 2022, 3:23 PM

# Contenders

Ranking the 4 remaining teams at the World Cup

France are most people’s favourites following their win over England.

65.8k

Dec 11th 2022, 12:30 PM

# Woe

Harry Kane will bounce back 'stronger' from penalty miss

Jordan Henderson praised the England star after his costly error.

9.2k

Dec 10th 2022, 9:40 PM

AS IT HAPPENED

England v France, World Cup quarter-final

England faced France as Gareth Southgate’s side looked to reach the semi-finals for the second consecutive time at the tournament.

68.5k

Dec 10th 2022, 8:09 PM

# New Era

England's 'superiority complex' held them back for decades, so what has changed?

Paul Hayward discusses his new book and how a sense of entitlement has hampered the English game for years.

18.0k

Dec 10th 2022, 7:00 AM

# talking point

The big decision facing Gareth Southgate ahead of France showdown

England are aiming to win the World Cup for the first time since 1966.

5.6k

Dec 9th 2022, 7:30 AM

# Opinion

Ranking the 8 remaining teams at the 2022 World Cup

Brazil and the other sides who are in contention to triumph.

66.1k

Updated

Dec 7th 2022, 12:00 PM

# main man

Kylian Mbappe misses France training ahead of England clash

The Paris St German star has scored five times in Qatar.

9.5k

Dec 6th 2022, 7:30 PM

# Crunch time

England braced for 'biggest test'

Gareth Southgate’s side recovered from a nervous start before powering to a 3-0 win against Senegal.

4.7k

Dec 4th 2022, 11:17 PM

# Take a Bow

Olivier Giroud makes history as France progress to World Cup quarters

Didier Deschamps’ side were too good for Poland as the former Arsenal striker broke Thierry Henry’s record.

31.5k

Dec 4th 2022, 4:57 PM