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France to Honor Paris Attack Victims in Qualifier

11/13/2025

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France's World Cup qualifier against Ukraine on November 13, 2025 will mark the 10th anniversary of November 2015 Paris terror attacks.
France captain Kylian Mbappé said the match should honor the victims and recalled his fear for his parents' safety.
France coach Didier Deschamps, who was at Stade de France that night, urged remembrance and compassion.
Only Lucas Digne, a player from that tragic night, will participate in the game.

History

Historical Context

On November 13, 2015, a coordinated series of terrorist attacks in Paris, including the Bataclan theatre and Stade de France, killed 130 people and injured over 400. The Islamic State claimed responsibility, citing retaliation for French airstrikes in Syria. This tragedy marked a pivotal moment in France's ongoing battle against terrorism, leading to a three-month state of emergency and heightened security measures nationwide.

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Story summary

France's World Cup qualifier against Ukraine on November 13, 2025 will mark the 10th anniversary of November 2015 Paris terror attacks.
France captain Kylian Mbappé said the match should honor the victims and recalled his fear for his parents' safety.
France coach Didier Deschamps, who was at Stade de France that night, urged remembrance and compassion.
Only Lucas Digne, a player from that tragic night, will participate in the game.

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