France coach leaves World Cup for mum’s funeral (opens original article in a new tab)

France head coach Didier Deschamps temporarily leaves World Cup campaign to attend mother's funeral, with assistant coach Guy Stéphan taking charge for remaining group stage matches.

• France head coach Didier Deschamps leaves World Cup to attend mother's funeral
• Deschamps will miss team preparations and final Group I match against Norway
• Assistant coach Guy Stéphan takes charge of French team during absence
• France has secured Round of 32 qualification and will face Norway in Group I final match