There is nothing in the rules that requires a World Cup team to be managed by someone born, raised or otherwise connected to that country. So should it matter?
Category: Deschamps, Didier
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Keeping the National in National Team Coach
The New York Times – Sports: -
Keeping the National in National Team Coach
The New York Times – Sports:There is nothing in the rules that requires a World Cup team to be managed by someone born, raised or otherwise connected to that country. So should it matter?
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As Morocco and France Prepare for World Cup, Historical Tensions Swirl
The New York Times – Sports:Wednesday’s face-off between the Atlas Lions and Les Bleus will be about more than just soccer, reviving old colonial wounds and fueling identity debates.
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Two Favorites, Two Underdogs, Too Good
The New York Times – Sports:France and Argentina entered the World Cup as contenders, but Croatia and Morocco have proved to be worthy challengers for the title.
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France’s Karim Benzema Is Out of World Cup
The New York Times – Sports:The forward was seen as critical to the title hopes of a France team already hit hard by injuries.
