Deschamps to miss France's final group match after mother's death
France coach Didier Deschamps will miss his side's final World Cup group match against Norway after returning home following the death of his mother, the French Football Federation said on Tuesday. Assistant Guy Stephan will take charge as France, already through to the last 32, seek top spot in Group I.
By FRANCE 24
In Deschamps' absence, his assistant Guy Stephan will take charge of the squad until the 57-year-old's return.
Having already qualified for the last 32 following a 3-1 victory over Senegal and a 3-0 win against Iraq, France will be aiming to top their group when they face Erling Haaland and Norway on Friday in Foxborough, Massachusetts.
It is Deschamps' final tournament in charge of France.
During his 14-year reign, France won the 2018 World Cup, but lost in both the 2022 World Cup final – on penalties to Argentina – and the Euro 2016 final to Portugal.
(FRANCE 24 with AFP)