Episode 30 – Rennes need that cutting edge
Jon and Andrew are back for a bumper edition of the podcast. After catching up on the midweek action they analyse the game between Rennes v St-Etienne as well as the best of the weekends action in...
View Article“La Sélection” (Part 1)
Over the next few weeks on French Football Weekly, Andrew, Jonathan and myself will be selecting the squads we think will be suitable for France’s next European journey at Poland & Ukraine 2012....
View ArticleSame team, same scenario, one step too far
Rennes fan Bastien Leclair has a sober look at his side’s disappointing performance last night in Glasgow. In Glasgow, Rennes has all but bid farewell to the Europa League, yet again scoring first,...
View ArticleRémy keeps France moving in right direction
It was a new look lineup that was full of promise but somewhat stalled coming out of the block. Laurent Blanc made his subs count though, as Loic Rémy bagged the winning goal in the 72nd minute. Rémy...
View ArticleRed Devils keep France in limbo
It was widely acknowledged that the friendly vs Belgium would provide a sterner test for France then did the USA on Friday night. After all, the Red Devils boast a midfield with the brains of Hazard...
View ArticleFrance score another signature win amidst revival
by Stephane Farenga Even though France were riding a 17 game unbeaten streak, they haven’t always displayed that combination of flair, robustness and efficiency that characterises the best teams....
View ArticleMalouda dropped for Newcastle star: La Sélection
“La Sélection” (Part 2) by Jason Milligan You may remember earlier in the season, just before Christmas, we at French Football Weekly outlined our picks for France’s selection at Euro 2012. Before...
View ArticleLigue 1 stars set to exit this summer
by Andrew Gibney There is little doubt that this summer is going to be one of change for many Ligue 1 clubs. For every player that Paris Saint-Germain plan to bring in it seems that for most other...
View ArticleArsenal close in on the excellent Yann M’Vila
Today it was announced by various sources that Rennes Yann M’Vila was very close to sealing a deal with Arsenal. French journalist Julien Laurens quoted that the deal was “99% complete”. Arsenal have...
View Article5 things to keep on eye on with Les Bleus
France have a great opportunity over the next 2 games to not only refine their play (vs Japan) but to make a serious statement in their World Cup 2014 qualifying group (vs Spain). With that in mind,...
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