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Thursday 30 November 2023 Dublin: 3°C

# French connection

This year
2023
'A top challenge': A closer look at Ireland's opponents for World Cup farewell friendly
France come to Tallaght Stadium tomorrow night.
Scandal-hit chief quits amidst storm of controversy in French football
Noel Le Graet has resigned following accusations of sexual and psychological harassment.
Last year
2022
O'Gara's La Rochelle waste chance at second in Top 14
ROG continued to watch on from the stands.
Manchester United defender Bailly joins Marseille on loan
The defender arrives on a season-long loan with a view to a permanent move.
Lyon dominate Toulon to land maiden Challenge Cup crown
It’s a first European title for the Top 14 team.
PSG wrap up record-equalling 10th Ligue 1 title despite Lens draw
Mauricio Pochettino, Lionel Messi and Co. reclaim the crown from Lille, who were shock champions last season.
Ibanez: 'Ireland beat New Zealand a week before we did - they are in a position to win'
Raphael Ibanez reckons Ireland are in with a shout of landing this year’s Six Nations.
Munster hand out-half Crowley first European start in Castres trip
Head coach Johann van Graan makes five changes for Friday evening’s game at the Stade Pierre-Fabre.
All time
Pogba withdraws from France squad with injury
The Manchester United midfielder suffered a thigh setback during an international training session on Monday.
Lille beat eight-in-a-row curtain raiser chamions PSG in Tel Aviv
The surprise Ligue 1 champions lifted the Champions Trophy after a 1-0 win.
All-conquering Roglic takes Paris-Nice lead as Bennett clings on to green jersey
The Jumbo-Visma rider takes over the yellow and green jerseys, but Bennett wears the latter again tomorrow.
Ulster's wait for European quarter-final spot goes on as they fall short in Clermont's sizzling second half
The hosts turned on the style as tries from Alivereti Raka and George Moala led the comeback.
Star striker Moussa Dembele not for sale, insist Lyon amid Chelsea speculation
The French side insist that they will do everything possible to retain the ex-Celtic man’s services.
PSG sign Ander Herrera on free transfer following his Man United departure
The 29-year-old Spaniard has completed his expected move to Paris.
Pogba has 'unfinished business' at Man United, says France legend Pires
The former France international wants Pogba to remain at the Premier League side, rather than move to Real Madrid.
French Connection are launching a new bridal range following the success of the 2018 collection
The capsule collection will be available from February 18.
34-year-old Ryan fit and firing for second season in Paris after a summer of rehab
The former Munster second row wants to build on an encouraging debut season with Racing.
Arsenal sign £7m Guendouzi from Lorient
The teenager spent last season in Ligue 2 but hopes to make an impact at the Gunners after completing a summer move.
'I had a tough time in England' - Former PSG midfielder thriving with high-flying Waterford
Bastien Hery has been a key player for the Blues this year.
'I wouldn't understand if there’s one rule for others and another for me': Zebo still hopes for Six Nations place
Simon Zebo’s present and future collide in Paris on Sunday as Munster travel to Racing 92.
How Cork's Market Hub was taken over by a €400m French labelling giant
Roy Horgan recently sold a majority stake in his four-year-old company.
Teen superstar Mbappé gives Monaco the edge on emotional night in Dortmund
Monaco score three away goals on an emotional night in Dortmund.
Triple boost for Arsenal as Giroud, Koscielny and Coquelin sign new contracts
The French trio have committed their long-term futures to the club.
'One day if I am free, why not?' Wenger open to England job
Arsene Wenger has ruled out leaving Arsenal for England right now, but he can see himself coach The Three Lions in the future.
Training ground injury forces Lam to rethink his Connacht team for Grenoble
Jake Heenan has been ruled out of the European showdown in the Stade des Alpes.
Bonjour, Sonny Bill! All Blacks star Williams set to rejoin Toulon
Williams’ return to Top 14 is a done deal, according to reports in L’Equipe this morning.
Tevez nets a brace while Evra and Pogba show off their dance routine
Two former Manchester United players were on target as Juventus defeated Verona 4-0 to extend their lead at the top of Serie A.
The timing of this French Connection e-mail to Irish customers is unfortunate to say the least
Awkward timing for a paisley resurgence.
Am I bothered? Joey Barton says David Beckham doesn't worry him ahead of French reunion
“Beckham is a big star off the pitch but on the pitch, to be honest, he’s not a major worry”
IRFU won't let Sexton go without a fight, says Schmidt
Leinster coach Joe Schmidt says the IRFU will do everything in their power to agree a new contract with out-half Jonny Sexton.
Are Ireland to face future world kings tomorrow?
After a traumatic autumn, Les Bleus will continue their climb back to the top of the game in Dublin tomorrow.