Deschamps urges France to get job done and book World Cup spot

NAMPA / DPA

2025-11-12

London (PA Media/dpa) - France boss Didier Deschamps has challenged his side to stay focused and achieve their objective of securing World Cup qualification when they host Ukraine on Wednesday night. Les Bleus were held to a surprising 2-2 draw away against Iceland in October but remain in control at the top of Group D, three points clear of Ukraine, heading into the last round of qualifiers. France will qualify directly for next summer's finals......

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