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# 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.
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Jul 5th 2023, 7:00 AM
Scandal-hit chief quits amidst storm of controversy in French football
Noel Le Graet has resigned following accusations of sexual and psychological harassment.
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Feb 28th 2023, 2:42 PM
Last year
2022
O'Gara's La Rochelle waste chance at second in Top 14
ROG continued to watch on from the stands.
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Dec 23rd 2022, 8:46 PM
Manchester United defender Bailly joins Marseille on loan
The defender arrives on a season-long loan with a view to a permanent move.
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Aug 24th 2022, 8:59 PM
Lyon dominate Toulon to land maiden Challenge Cup crown
It’s a first European title for the Top 14 team.
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May 27th 2022, 10:34 PM
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.
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Apr 23rd 2022, 10:15 PM
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.
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Jan 23rd 2022, 6:49 PM
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.
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Jan 13th 2022, 3:25 PM
All time
Pogba withdraws from France squad with injury
The Manchester United midfielder suffered a thigh setback during an international training session on Monday.
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Nov 9th 2021, 10:24 AM
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.
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Aug 1st 2021, 10:12 PM
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.
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Mar 10th 2021, 8:43 PM
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.
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Jan 11th 2020, 3:11 PM
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.
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Jan 2nd 2020, 6:03 PM
PSG sign Ander Herrera on free transfer following his Man United departure
The 29-year-old Spaniard has completed his expected move to Paris.
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Jul 4th 2019, 6:09 PM
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.
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Jun 16th 2019, 10:35 AM
French Connection are launching a new bridal range following the success of the 2018 collection
The capsule collection will be available from February 18.
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Jan 28th 2019, 4:31 PM
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.
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Aug 31st 2018, 6:00 AM
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.
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Jul 11th 2018, 11:47 AM
'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.
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May 7th 2018, 8:50 AM
'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.
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Jan 12th 2018, 4:05 PM
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.
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Jun 1st 2017, 3:02 PM
Teen superstar Mbappé gives Monaco the edge on emotional night in Dortmund
Monaco score three away goals on an emotional night in Dortmund.
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Apr 12th 2017, 8:14 PM
Triple boost for Arsenal as Giroud, Koscielny and Coquelin sign new contracts
The French trio have committed their long-term futures to the club.
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Jan 12th 2017, 11:14 AM
'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.
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Sep 30th 2016, 11:10 AM
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.
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Apr 8th 2016, 12:39 PM
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.
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Apr 4th 2016, 3:16 PM
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.
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Jan 18th 2015, 10:24 PM
The timing of this French Connection e-mail to Irish customers is unfortunate to say the least
Awkward timing for a paisley resurgence.
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Sep 12th 2014, 5:26 PM
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”
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Feb 19th 2013, 3:23 PM
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.
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Jan 18th 2013, 7:30 AM
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.
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Feb 12th 2011, 8:00 PM