FIFA Blocks France Armband Tribute After Coach Didier Deschamps’ Mother Dies

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FIFA Blocks France Armband Tribute After Coach Didier Deschamps’ Mother Dies

FIFA reportedly rejected France’s request to wear black armbands for Deschamps’ mother, who died this week. Deschamps missed France’s Norway clash after flying home following her passing, but is expected back before the Round of 32. The decision has sparked anger, with fans and journalists questioning why a simple tribute to the coach was blocked by FIFA during the tournament.

By Nischay Rathore

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