France’s national football team will be without coach Didier Deschamps for their final World Cup group stage match following the death of his mother. The French Football Federation announced the news Saturday, confirming Deschamps will be absent from the sidelines. No details regarding a replacement coach for the match were immediately provided. Deschamps’ mother’s passing is a personal tragedy occurring during a high-profile international tournament. The team is expected to play their final group game against Tunisia on Wednesday. The federation has requested privacy for Deschamps and his family during this difficult time. This absence marks a significant emotional challenge for the team as they approach the knockout stages of the competition.