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Florian Thauvin Shines in France's World Cup Qualifier Win

10/11/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Florian Thauvin returned to the France national team for the first time since June 2019.
He replaced injured players in France's 3-0 win over Azerbaijan.
Thauvin scored, becoming the first Lens player to score for France in nearly 40 years.
France won their first three World Cup qualifying games, the first time since 1984.
Didier Deschamps is optimistic about integrating seasoned and new talents ahead of Iceland matches.

History

Historical Context

France's victory in the 1984 UEFA European Championship marked a turning point in its football history, as the national team, led by Michel Platini, scored a record nine goals in the tournament. This triumph, achieved on home soil, established France as a formidable force in international football and laid the groundwork for future successes, including World Cup victories in 1998 and 2018.

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Story summary

Florian Thauvin returned to the France national team for the first time since June 2019.
He replaced injured players in France's 3-0 win over Azerbaijan.
Thauvin scored, becoming the first Lens player to score for France in nearly 40 years.
France won their first three World Cup qualifying games, the first time since 1984.
Didier Deschamps is optimistic about integrating seasoned and new talents ahead of Iceland matches.

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