The Latest Breaking News from Raphael Varane

Doha (AFP) - Raphael Varane is ready to return to action for France's World Cup clash with Denmark after more than a month out with a leg injury, coach Didier Deschamps said on Friday.

Kingsley Coman has left France's training session on Thursday, two days before the defending champions face Denmark in Group D of the World Cup in Qatar. The forward walked off the pitch with no apparent injury in a session that was attended by all players, including Raphael Varane who missed…

William Saliba has been a standout performer for Arsenal so far this season resulting in him being called up for France at the World Cup - but he did not get on the pitch against Australia

The Man United defender left the pitch devastated following the injury he suffered at Chelsea's Stamford Bridge

France are overwhelming favourites in their opening clash against relative minnows Australia, especially given the presence of the mighty Kylian Mbappé. But Les Bleus fans can be forgiven a few jitters – as a range of injuries afflicts the squad and the curse of World Cup title-holders looms large.

Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konate is set for the biggest landmark of his career to date as he is expected to start France's World Cup clash with Australia

France have a squad bursting with quality but recent performances suggest Didier Deschamps is still trying to find the right formula between youthful promise and World Cup-winning experience

Injuries have not stopped the Man United boss from making progress and things could get better if key players can stay fit.

Man United defender Raphael Varane is in contention to feature in France's World Cup opener against Australia.

Man United's Harry Maguire is with England in Qatar and he's got a point to prove.

Doha (AFP) - Ballon D'Or winner Karim Benzema has been ruled out of the World Cup with a left thigh injury on Saturday dealing a serious blow to defending champions France's hopes of retaining the trophy.