The heartbreaking reason France boss Deschamps will not be on touchline for World Cup match (opens original article in a new tab)

France's coach Didier Deschamps will miss the World Cup group match against Norway to attend his mother's funeral, with assistant coach Guy Stephan taking over.

• French national team coach Didier Deschamps will miss France's final World Cup Group I match against Norway to attend his mother's funeral.
• Assistant coach Guy Stephan will temporarily take charge of the squad during Deschamps' absence.
• France has already secured qualification for the knockout stage but still needs to secure top spot in Group I against Norway.