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France's Heartbreak in Euro 2024: A Political and Football Rollercoaster

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From political gridlock to a fiery Euro clash, read how France faced challenges on multiple fronts.

France is experiencing a double whammy with both political tension and football disappointment. The recent snap election highlighted France's aversion to coalitions, risking further gridlock in governance. On the football field, the Euro 2024 semifinal showdown between Spain and France ended in a heartbreak for the latter, with wonderkid Lamine Yamal stealing the spotlight with his historic goal. Despite France's early lead, Spain's quick comeback shattered French hopes of reaching the final. The loss not only impacted the nation's football pride but also added to the political turmoil back home.

Amidst the chaos, President Emmanuel Macron's failed election gamble is predicted to have far-reaching consequences on his political aspirations and legacy. The struggle to form a stable government coupled with France's Euro defeat paints a challenging picture for the country's future. As Spain celebrates their victory and secures a spot in the final after 12 years, France is left to ponder its next steps amidst uncertainty.

In a surprising turn of events, Moody's warns of a negative impact on France's credit rating due to the uncertain political landscape post-election. The country's economic stability hangs in the balance as political gridlock looms large. Meanwhile, France's unexpected exit from Euro 2024 adds to the nation's woes, signaling a period of reflection and regrouping for both political and football arenas.

Despite the setbacks, France's progressive stance in the parliamentary election signals a unique path for the country's future. The intriguing three-way drama in politics mirrors the intense battle witnessed on the football pitch, showcasing France's resilience and adaptability in the face of challenges.

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France's aversion to coalitions means any new government risks ... (The Guardian)

Snap election brings three roughly equal blocs and unwillingness to compromise or form 'unnatural alliances'

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Wonderkid Yamal on target as Spain edge France 2-1 to reach Euro ... (Reuters)

Spain struck twice in five minutes in a pulsating first half to secure a 2-1 comeback win over France on Tuesday as a record-breaking goal from teenager ...

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The Spain-France heavyweight Euro clash that belonged to a kid ... (Free Malaysia Today)

It was the Lamine Yamal Euro 2024 semi-final. He is only 16 and 362 days old and wears braces, but the teenager delivered a monster performance to help steer ...

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Euro 2024 - Spain 2-1 France: Lamine Yamal's wonder goal helps ... (Sky Sports)

Report from Euro 2024 as Lamine Yamals breathtaking strike helps Spain beat France 2-1 in the semi-final; Dani Olmo scored Spains second after Randal Kolo ...

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France's Macron wanted to leave his mark on Europe — he may ... (CNBC)

French President Emmanuel Macron's failed snap election gamble is likely to take a huge toll on his political ambitions and legacy, analysts say.

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LIVE: Spain vs France – UEFA Euro 2024 semifinal (Aljazeera.com)

Follow our build-up and text commentary as Spain face France for a place in the final of Euro 2024.

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Euro 2024 Semifinal: Spain beats France 2-1 to reach final (The Associated Press)

Spain has reached the European Championship final with a 2-1 victory over France with 16-year-old Lamine Yamal becoming the youngest-ever scorer in the ...

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Spain vs. France live updates, score: France takes early 1-0 lead (FOXSports.com)

Euro 2024 action continues Tuesday on FOX with Spain battling France in the semifinals in Germany. Here are the highlights!

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Spain 2 France 1: A semi-final for the ages as Yamal makes history ... (The New York Times)

Spain are the first nation through to the Euro 2024 final after beating France 2-1 in Munich. After a series of games at this year's European Championship ...

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France's election outcome 'negative' for credit rating, Moody's warns (Reuters)

The outcome of France's parliamentary election is negative for the country's credit rating, Moody's has warned, as a grand coalition would make ...

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Political Gridlock Will Raise the Economic Stakes in France (The New York Times)

One thing was clear after France's surprise election results on Sunday: Any new government formed by President Emmanuel Macron would face months of political ...

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France crash out of Euro 2024, Spain goes through to final (FRANCE 24)

Spain defeated France 2-1 on Tuesday to reach the Euro 2024 final, their first at a major tournament for 12 years. They will face the Netherlands or England ...

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France shows the way for progressives (Deccan Herald)

The French parliamentary election has brought about an unusual result for that country, but the outcome of this fascinating three-way drama in two acts ...

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'We didn't do enough', says France captain Mbappe after Euro 2024 ... (CNA)

MUNICH: France captain Kylian Mbappe said his side "didn't do enough" in Tuesday's (Jul 9) 2-1 semi-final loss to Spain and admitted he was disappointed ...

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Lamine Yamal: Spain beats France to reach Euro 2024 final after ... (CNN)

Lamine Yamal made history by becoming the youngest goalscorer in European Championship history as Spain edged past France 2-1 to reach Sunday's Euro 2024 ...

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Spain 2-1 France - Euro 2024 semi-final result as Lamine Yamal ... (Eurosport.com)

Get the latest Football updates on Eurosport. Catch Spain - France live on 09/07/2024. Find scores, stats and comments in real time.

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Analysis-Is France governable? The budget is an early test (The Star Online)

"A divided National Assembly will find it hard to agree on politically difficult spending cuts," said Leo Barincou, senior economist at Oxford Economics, ...

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Moody's sounds the alarm over France's post-election debt outlook (Euronews)

A hung parliament could jeopardise the country's ability to reduce its debt burden, warns the ratings agency.

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Kylian Mbappe: France forward calls Euro 2024 'a failure' after side's ... (BBC News)

He's the World Cup winner who was expected to guide France all the way in Germany, but what happened to Kylian Mbappe at Euro 2024?

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France has no majority. But these policies might. (POLITICO.eu)

POLITICO looks at the policies with the best chance of making it through France's new hung parliament.

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UEFA Euro 2024: Mbappe, France head home after 2-1 semifinal ... (Aljazeera.com)

France were many people's favourites entering Euro 2024, but their semifinal exit was a bitter ending.

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Key dates as France seeks way to form a ruling government (Reuters)

France's inconclusive elections have plunged it into a period of political uncertainty, with no single grouping in the national parliament having enough ...

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Could France's Euro 2024 exit mark end of an era? (FRANCE 24)

France boast an enviable record in major tournaments over the last decade under Didier Deschamps but the manner of their exit from Euro 2024, ...

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Live: After days of silence, Macron urges France's mainstream ... (FRANCE 24)

French President Emmanuel Macron on Wednesday called on France's mainstream political forces to form a coalition with a "solid" majority after Sunday's snap ...

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France's minorities pay the price of a polarising election campaign (Financial Times)

Roula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter. To judge from Sunday's election result, French politicians can set ...

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France election: update. Amid a hung parliament, should investors ... (Allianz Global Investors)

With the country's budget deficit standing at 5.5% – and its government debt-to-GDP ratio at 110% – a hung parliament could lead to political stagnation. It ...

Spain advances to the European soccer championship final after ... (NPR)

A 16-year-old became the youngest player ever to score a goal at the European Championship, powering Spain's advance to the finals with a 2-1 victory over ...

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France's Shock Election Results Leave Arts Policy in Limbo (artnet News)

As France rushes to form a majority coalition after a shock presidential election, how might the outcome impact the arts?

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How France united, once more, to defeat the far right | Brookings (Brookings Institution)

After the European Parliament elections, Macron called for snap elections for the National Assembly. Tara Varma breaks down the results.

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Bank of France sees 0.1% growth for French economy in Q2 (Reuters)

Central bank sees Q2 French GDP growth of 0.1% · Bank previously forecast Q2 GDP in range of 0.0-0.1% · French political uncertainty to impact Q3 more than Q2.

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France's Macron, breaking post-vote silence, urges mainstream ... (Reuters)

French President Emmanuel Macron on Wednesday called on mainstream parties to join forces to form a solid majority in the National Assembly, in his first ...

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What Do France's Surprise Election Results Mean for the Far Right? (Council on Foreign Relations)

The surprising shift to the left in snap elections has broken the far-right populist fever in France, but now a crisis of governability looms in Paris that ...

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France's Macron seeks to break political deadlock after fragmented ... (Voice of America)

French President Emmanuel Macron has asked parliament to negotiate a broad coalition of the country's “republican institutions.” He is hoping to end a ...

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France's Macron urges mainstream parties to form a coalition - letter (Reuters)

President Emmanuel Macron on Wednesday called on France's mainstream political forces to form a coalition with a "solid" majority after Sunday's elections ...

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People of diverse backgrounds in France welcome far right's defeat ... (The Associated Press)

For many French voters of diverse backgrounds, last Sunday's parliamentary election results were a relief.

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Bank of France head Villeroy: hopes French political situation will ... (Reuters)

Bank of France head François Villeroy de Galhau said on Thursday he hoped the current French political gridlock would be solved by September, when the ...

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Political rifts have left the US haunted by fear of civil war. Here's how ... (The Guardian)

Anxieties about conflict are surfacing in film and TV. After a hard-fought election, France must learn to bridge its divides, says Guardian columnist ...

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People in France welcome far right's defeat but fear rise in hate ... (Business Standard)

Civil society groups and concerned citizens say the campaign has exposed racist hate speech and occasional violence. Advertisement. France, France election.

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In France, Bernard-Henri Lévy fights a lonely battle on behalf of a ... (The Times of Israel)

The controversial intellectual superstar's new book 'Solitude d'Israel' puts the Jewish state nearly alone on the world stage, while his advocacy is ...

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France's unseized impact VC opportunity (Maddyness)

France's strides in green innovation are undeniable. Approximately 40% of last year's investments were directed towards climate tech.

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