Football News: Euro 2024, Champions League, and World Cup Updates
Ahead of the highly anticipated Euro 2024 tournament, the French national team has faced a setback as key players Kylian Mbappe and Kingsley Coman were absent from training due to a virus outbreak at their training base in Paderborn, West-Rhine Westphalia.
According to reports, both Mbappe and Coman missed Thursday’s training session as Didier Deschamps’ side prepares to begin their tournament campaign on Monday against Austria. Additionally, Deschamps himself has also been affected by the bug.
Paris Saint-Germain star Ousmane Dembele, who was also hit by the virus, has confirmed that he is on the mend, stating, “For me I am a lot better. I had the flu last week and I was the first one but I feel a lot better now. The team is a lot better. Everyone will be okay in a couple of days.”
This is not the first time the French national team has had to deal with a virus outbreak at a major tournament. During the 2022 FIFA World Cup, Raphael Varane and Ibrahima Konate were reported to have picked up a bug ahead of the final, while three players missed the semi-final against Morocco due to illness.
Despite these setbacks, Deschamps remains hopeful that France can bounce back and complete the job in this summer’s Euros. “The objective is around the French national team in terms of what we’ve achieved and what we’re capable of achieving,” the manager said.
Champions League and Other Football Updates
In other football news, the Champions League final is set to take place on June 7th, with the two finalists yet to be determined. The 2023/24 season has seen a highly competitive tournament, with several European powerhouses vying for the coveted trophy.
The 2023 Africa Cup of Nations is also in full swing, with the standings and results providing exciting updates for fans across the continent. In the Premier League, the race for the title and European qualification spots remains intense, while the EFL Cup, EFL Championship, EFL One, and EFL Two competitions continue to captivate football enthusiasts.
Upcoming Women’s World Cup
Looking ahead, the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup is scheduled to take place in July, with national teams from around the world competing for the ultimate prize in women’s football.
As the football season reaches its climax, fans can expect a thrilling few months filled with high-stakes matches, nail-biting finishes, and the potential for unexpected twists and turns. Stay tuned for more updates on the world of football.
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