France seeking end to years of hurt and internal conflicts at Euro 2025
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France's women's football team, led by players like Marie-Antoinette Katoto, seeks to win the Euros after a history of failures in international tournaments. Recent exits from competitions, including the Olympics and the World Cup, weigh heavily on the team's mindset. Vice-captains Sakina Karchaoui and Grace Geyoro express the need for humility and recognize the psychological toll of repeated losses on players. As they approach Euro 2025, facing tough competitors like England and the Netherlands, the team's individual talent raises questions about past shortcomings in achieving victory.
Marie-Antoinette Katoto expressed the frustration of being a top team without accolades, emphasizing the team's singular focus on winning the Euros this summer.
Sakina Karchaoui acknowledged the team's history of tournament failures, admitting the need for humility after past disappointments at home, including recent exits at the Olympics and the World Cup.
Grace Geyoro discussed the psychological impact of repeated early exits from tournaments, noting that despite their quality, quick eliminations can become exhausting over time.
As the team prepares for Euro 2025 against strong opponents like England and the Netherlands, the long history of individual talent raises the question of why France has not yet succeeded.
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