Hundreds of followers in central Paris applauded the return of the France nationwide soccer group, which misplaced one in all its largest World Cup finals. The followers welcomed their groups warmly to their houses at Place de la Concorde within the chilly winter night.

The gamers lit flares, waved flags and sang as they stepped onto the balcony of the Resort de Crillon. Whereas France didn’t defend the title of defending champions, they did their half in one of the vital memorable finishes in World Cup historical past.

“They performed an unbelievable remaining even in defeat,” mentioned one French fan. “And once you’re a fan, it is also defeat. Subsequent time we’ll win.”

Soccer celebrity Kylian Mbappé’s hat-trick helped France draw with Argentina 3-3 after further time, however they didn’t rebound within the penalty shootout.

“I am completely happy to thank them for what they’ve achieved and present that we’re behind them regardless of the defeat,” mentioned one other French fan.

“It brings the French collectively and it is good to see them coming right here tonight.”

After an awesome event, it was a nice return for the gamers.

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