the FFF defends the position of the Blues on the legislative elections

Special envoy to Paderborn

Since their arrival in Germany on Wednesday for the Euro, the Blues, when they attend a press conference, are questioned about the political situation in France. And in particular the upcoming legislative elections (June 30-July 7). Kingsley Coman, Dayot Upamecano, Ousmane Dembélé, Ferland Mendy, Olivier Giroud, Benjamin Pavard and Marcus Thuram all had to respond on this subject, with more or less ease. Only Théo Hernandez, present at a press briefing on Saturday, was not questioned on the subject of the moment. This Saturday evening, the FFF also raised this theme in a press release.

“ Very attached to freedom of expression and citizenship, the French Football Federation joins in the necessary call to vote, a democratic requirementsays the institution headed by Philippe Diallo. It also wants its neutrality as an institution to be understood and respected by everyone, as well as that of the national selection for which it is responsible. It is therefore appropriate to avoid any form of pressure and political use of the French team.. »

Deschamps and undoubtedly Mbappé at a press conference on Sunday

This Sunday, the Blues will travel to Dusseldorf, the venue for their meeting against Austria on Monday. As every day before an international match, Didier Deschamps will answer questions from journalists, and Kylian Mbappé, captain of the selection, should also be there. The two men know they are expected on the subject.

The full press release from the FFF

Since the start of the week, the players of the French team have almost all been questioned during their press conference on the consequences of the results from the polls during the European elections on Sunday June 9.

Each of them was able to express themselves freely, according to their own convictions and their own sensitivity.

Very attached to freedom of expression and citizenship, the French Football Federation supports the necessary call to vote, a democratic requirement.

It also wants its neutrality as an institution to be understood and respected by everyone, as well as that of the national selection for which it is responsible. As such, it is appropriate to avoid any form of pressure and political use of the French team.

As the Blues enter the competition on Monday against Austria, the FFF wishes the coach, the staff and the focused and determined players every success