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Anelka played a key role in France's 2010 World Cup playoff against the Republic of Ireland. He scored the winning goal in the 72nd minute that put France in a good position with one away goal. During the 2010 World Cup, Anelka was sent home after reportedly abusing coach Raymond Domenech at half-time during the 2–0 defeat to Mexico.
Mar 8, 2021 · Nicholas Anelka. France's struggles began long before they even arrived at the World Cup. Thierry Henry's notorious handball in the play-off versus Ireland was a required measure because of...
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Aug 8, 2020 · Nicolas Anelka and France Anelka’s relationship with the French national team had always been tumultuous, something that started when he missed out on a place in the World Cup winning squad in...
Jun 20, 2010 · The France squad refused to train after Nicolas Anelka's expulsion and a row between Patrice Evra and the team's fitness coach
Aug 30, 2017 · France travelled to the 2010 World Cup with heightened expectations after their failures at the Euros just two years before, but Les Bleus suffered a nightmare tournament as they fell at the first hurdle.
Aug 17, 2010 · Nicolas Anelka's career in international football was in effect brought to an end today after he was given an 18-match ban for his role in France's controversial mutiny during the World...
Feb 14, 2021 · If the West Brom episode suggests that, Anelka’s role in the France mutiny at the 2010 World Cup is even more emblematic. Anelka’s relationship with the French national team was chequered...
