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Deschamps returns to France squad for World Cup knockout match

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 3:42 PM

Last updated Jun 28, 2026

Deschamps returns to France squad for World Cup knockout match

Summary

France coach Didier Deschamps has rejoined the team ahead of their knockout match against Sweden on Tuesday, following the death of his mother. He delivered a speech to the players, emphasizing the transition to the next stage of the tournament. France finished the group stage undefeated, winning three matches, and are considered strong title contenders. Assistant coach Guy Stéphan led the team to a 4-1 victory over Norway in Deschamps' absence. The team is preparing for what could be Deschamps' final tournament as he steps down after 14 years in charge.

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Status Watch

•Deschamps missed the last group match due to his mother's funeral.
•France won all three group matches and topped their group.
•Kylian Mbappé leads the team as they face Sweden next.
•Deschamps has led the team to a World Cup title and a final appearance.
•The knockout match is set for Tuesday.

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3:42 PMYahoo Sports — 'Everything changes' - Deschamps tells France squad after return

What they're saying

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France coach Didier Deschamps returned to his team at the World Cup after the funeral of his mother and made a passionate speech to his players ahead their first knock-out match against Sweden on Tuesday. "The first competition is finished.
— Yahoo Sports

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