Episode 45: Future Winners?

Episode 45: Future Winners?

France are through to the World Cup semi-finals for a third consecutive time, and it feels like Didier Deschamps' side still haven't really been tested. Spain will be looking to change that on Tuesday night, but Matt Spiro, Baptiste Reynaud and Jonathan Johnson are finding it hard to look beyond Les Bleus for the overall title. The lads dissect the quarter-final win over Morocco, wonder how many more gears France have to move into, show love to Manu Koné - and address the biggest mystery of all: why can't Kylian Mbappé and Lionel Messi take a proper penalty ;) ? Watch on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheFrenchFootballShow [https://www.youtube.com/@TheFrenchFootballShow]

Episode 44: Dembélé Delivers As Fearsome French March On

France head into the knockout stages in ominous form after brushing aside Norway 4-1, with Ousmane Dembélé once again stealing the headlines. Matt Spiro, Jonathan Johnson and Baptiste Reynaud analyse another impressive Les Bleus performance, discuss what's making Didier Deschamps' side so formidable, and assess whether anyone can stop them. The guys also look ahead to Tuesday's Round of 32 clash with Sweden, examining the key tactical battles, team news, selection dilemmas and where the Scandinavians might pose a threat. Can France maintain their momentum and take another step towards World Cup glory? Watch the FFS on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheFrenchFootballShow [https://www.youtube.com/@TheFrenchFootballShow]

Episode 43: Lightning in Philly as Mbappé strikes twice

France defeated Iraq 3-0 thanks to two more Kylian Mbappé goals, but it was a long night in Philadelphia as storms delayed the game by more than two hours. Matt Spiro catches up with Andy Scott, who was in the stadium, and then breaks down another good victory for Les Bleus with the French football expert Jonathan Johnson. You can also watch the FFS on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheFrenchFootballShow [https://www.youtube.com/@TheFrenchFootballShow]

Episode 42: A new era? Mbappé Breaks Record, Olisé Shines

> France have started their World Cup campaign in style – but are we witnessing the start of a new era for Les Bleus? Matt Spiro is joined by French football expert Jonathan Johnson to analyse France's impressive 3-1 win over Senegal. The pair discuss Kylian Mbappé's historic night as he became France's all-time leading scorer with a brilliant brace, Michael Olisé's outstanding display, and whether Didier Deschamps has assembled a team capable of going all the way. Plus, what went wrong for Senegal and what lies ahead for both sides in Group I?

Episode 41: Déjà vu for France as Senegal eye World Cup shock

The FFS is back with a big preview of France's first game of the 2022 FIFA Worls Cup, against Senegal. Matt Spiro talks to the former Senegal international Ricardo Faty, who was born and raised and France and admits he is going to have mixed feelings on Tuesday! On 31 May 2002, Senegal sent shockwaves around the planet by defeating France in the opening game of the World Cup. On Tuesday, the Teranga Lions are looking to upstage their former colonial masters once again. Ricardo Faty was 15 and training at the Clairefontaine academy at the time - and like everyone in France, he vividly remembers the moment Papa Bouba Diop stunned the world champions. 24 years on, will history repeat itself? Ricardo Faty insists Les Bleus won't be complacent this time around, but also thinks Didier Deschamps is facing some difficult selection decisions. Watch on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0BxanCH3x4g [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0BxanCH3x4g]