Franck Leboeuf reflects on 1998 World Cup moment ahead of new tournament
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 10:15 AM
Last updated Jun 18, 2026
In an interview with Get French Football News, Franck Leboeuf discussed the lasting impact of winning the 1998 World Cup with France. He recalled playing a crucial role in the final against Brazil and expressed gratitude towards French supporters who still thank him for the victory. Leboeuf noted the unique experience of being world champions, especially during France's first time hosting the tournament. As he looks forward to the current World Cup, his reflections highlight how that summer defined a generation of football in France and continues to resonate with fans today. The conversation precedes France's next appearance at the World Cup.
- •Franck Leboeuf speaks about the 1998 World Cup win
- •He details his preparation for the final against Brazil
- •Leboeuf receives daily gratitude from French fans
- •His reflections come ahead of France's current World Cup appearance
- •Leboeuf's experience highlights the significance of that summer
- 10:15 AMYahoo Sports — EXCLUSIVE | Franck Leboeuf on England’s positive transformation: ‘Their players were far more invested in their club than the national team.’
- 12:30 PMYahoo Sports — EXCLUSIVE | Franck Leboeuf on winning the World Cup with France: ‘Every day French people come up to me and say “thank you”‘
- 6:00 PMYahoo Sports — EXCLUSIVE | Franck Leboeuf on winning the World Cup: ‘Every day French people come up to me and say “thank you”‘
"Ahead of France’s first appearance at the World Cup, Get French Football News spoke exclusively to World Cup winner Franck Leboeuf.In this final part of a four-part interview, Franck talks about wh...
"Ahead of France’s first appearance at the World Cup, Get French Football News spoke exclusively to World Cup winner Franck Leboeuf.In this third of a four-part interview, Franck talks about the im...
"Ahead of France’s first appearance at the World Cup, Get French Football News spoke exclusively to World Cup winner Franck Leboeuf.In this final part of a four-part interview, Franck talks about w...
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 18, 2026, 10:15 AMEXCLUSIVE | Franck Leboeuf on England’s positive transformation: ‘Their players were far more invested in their club than the national team.’
Ahead of France’s first appearance at the World Cup, Get French Football News spoke exclusively to World Cup winner Franck Leboeuf.In this third of a four-part interview, Franck talks about the im...
- Yahoo SportsJun 17, 2026, 12:30 PMEXCLUSIVE | Franck Leboeuf on winning the World Cup with France: ‘Every day French people come up to me and say “thank you”‘
Ahead of France’s first appearance at the World Cup, Get French Football News spoke exclusively to World Cup winner Franck Leboeuf.In this final part of a four-part interview, Franck talks about w...
- Yahoo SportsJun 16, 2026, 6:00 PMEXCLUSIVE | Franck Leboeuf on winning the World Cup: ‘Every day French people come up to me and say “thank you”‘
Ahead of France’s first appearance at the World Cup, Get French Football News spoke exclusively to World Cup winner Franck Leboeuf.In this final part of a four-part interview, Franck talks about wh...
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