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World Cup 2018: Kylian Mbappe Makes History As France Battle Into Last 16

Agence France-Presse | Thursday June 21, 2018

Didier Deschamps' side face Denmark on Tuesday with top spot in Group C up for grabs but progression to the next stage assured.

Roger Federer Saves Two Match Points To Reach Halle Open Quarterfinals

Agence France-Presse | Thursday June 21, 2018

World number one Roger Federer kept his quest for a 10th Halle grasscourt title alive by saving two match points to defeat France's Benoit Paire 6-3, 3-6, 7-6 (9/7) and make the quarter-finals on Thursday.

World Cup 2018, France vs Peru Highlights Football Score: France Beat Peru 1-0 To Enter Last 16

Sylvester Tamang | Thursday June 21, 2018

FIFA World Cup 2018, Highlights France vs Peru: France beat Peru 1-0 in their Group C clash to enter last 16

World Cup 2018, Nigeria vs Iceland: When And Where To Watch, Live Coverage On TV, Live Streaming Online

NDTVSports | Thursday June 21, 2018

Iceland are buoyant after what their coach Heimir Hallgrimsson described as a "schoolbook example" of how to defend against Lionel Messi's Argentina.

World Cup 2018, Day 8: Google Doodle Celebrates Football Culture In Lionel Messi's Argentina, 1998 Champions France

Thursday June 21, 2018

Thursday's Doodle features teams from Group C and Group D that will be in action in Russia - Denmark, Australia, France, Peru, Argentina and Croatia.

Twins Died Together In World War II. Now, They're Buried Side By Side

Offbeat | Ian Shapira, The Washington Post | Thursday June 21, 2018

Two weeks after allied forces swept over northern France in the D-Day invasion, 19-year-olds Julius and Ludwig Pieper, Navy radiomen from Nebraska, were stationed off the coast of Normandy.

World Cup 2018: Landmark 100th French Cap Means Nothing If We Fail, Says Hugo Lloris

Agence France-Presse | Wednesday June 20, 2018

Captain Hugo Lloris will make his 100th appearance for France when they face Peru on June 21.

World Cup 2018: France Vow To Up The Ante As Rivals Flounder

Agence France-Presse | Wednesday June 20, 2018

France's talented but young squad will be favourites against a Peru side beaten 1-0 by Denmark in their opener.

World Cup 2018, France vs Peru: When And Where To Watch, Live Coverage On TV, Live Streaming Online

NDTVSports | Wednesday June 20, 2018

With holders Germany losing to Mexico and Spain, Argentina and Brazil all drawing their opening games, the Peru clash is a prime opportunity for the French to stake their claim as the team to beat in Russia.

World Cup 2018: Denmark's Christian Eriksen The Dangerman As Australia Face A Tough Tie

Agence France-Presse | Wednesday June 20, 2018

A solid defensive display against France won Australia plaudits but Bert van Marwijk's men are on the ropes.

World Cup 2018, Denmark vs Australia: When And Where To Watch, Live Coverage On TV, Live Streaming Online

NDTVSports | Wednesday June 20, 2018

Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Eriksen, who scored 11 of Denmark's goals in qualifying, is the key threat for Age Hareide's side at the Samara Arena.

India Will Contruct War Memorial At Villers-Guislain In France, Says Sushma Swaraj

India News | Press Trust of India | Tuesday June 19, 2018

Villers-Guislain had witnessed a fierce battle in which the British Indian cavalry regiments were heavily involved. The town was held by the Germans but was finally liberated by allied forces in 1918.

Silence, Please! French Fighter Jets Won't Fly During School Exams

Offbeat | Agence France-Presse | Tuesday June 19, 2018

French students may be suffering one of the most stressful weeks of their young lives as they take their high school exams, but at least they won't be distracted by fighter jets. France's cutting-edge Rafale military planes will be flying on adjusted schedules this week in a bid to minimise disruption for the students, the commander of a military b...

India, France To Build Strong Development Partnership: Ms Sushma Swaraj

India News | Pres Trust of India | Tuesday June 19, 2018

India and France are working towards shaping a strong development partnership, including in the fields of science and technology, clean energy and infrastructure, said External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj.

"Call Me Mr President": Macron Schools Teen Who Called Him "Manu". Watch

Offbeat | Agence France-Presse | Tuesday June 19, 2018

Like most politicians, French President Emmanuel Macron seems to enjoy pressing the flesh and posing for selfies when on public outings... Just don't call him by a nickname.