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Kante returns as France seek to clinch World Cup berth

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Coach Didier Deschamps recalled the 34-year-old N’Golo Kante, who plays for Al-Ittihad, as a midfield option.

PARIS: Saudi Arabia-based veteran N’Golo Kante returned to the France squad to reinforce the injury-hit midfield for the World Cup qualifiers against Ukraine and Azerbaijan.

Victory over Ukraine on Nov 13 at the Parc des Princes would ensure France’s qualification for the tournament in North America.

If they fail, Les Bleus will have another opportunity against Azerbaijan in Baku on Nov 16.

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