
France eyes World Cup semi-final as budgetary and sporting target
Philippe Diallo, head of the French Football Federation, outlines the dual objectives of fiscal prudence and athletic achievement for Les Bleus at the upcoming tournament.
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Philippe Diallo, head of the French Football Federation, outlines the dual objectives of fiscal prudence and athletic achievement for Les Bleus at the upcoming tournament.
France will host Ivory Coast at Stade de la Beaujoire on Thursday, looking to extend a strong recent run while the Ivorians use the game as a final rehearsal before their Group E opener.

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