Former Spanish leader criticised for comments about Franceâs World Cup team
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July 13, 2026
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MADRID (AP) â A former Spanish prime minister is facing criticism for saying that Franceâs World Cup team âdoes not have any French players,â which French and Spanish leaders have called racist.
Mariano Rajoy, a member of Spainâs conservative Popular Party, made the comment in a column for Spanish outlet El Debate ahead of Tuesdayâs World Cup semifinal between the European neighbors.
âTheyâve won every match theyâve played at this World Cup and are currently top of the FIFA rankings. They also have an exceptionally strong squad. That said, one thing they donât have is any French players,â Rajoy wrote on July 10.
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