France calls up striker Marcus Thuram for World Cup
PARIS (AP) — Striker Marcus Thuram has been handed the last spot in the France squad that will defend its World Cup title in Qatar. The French soccer federation says that the Borussia Mönchengladbach forward has been added to coach Didier Deschamps’ list for the tournament. Deschamps had summoned only 25 players when he announced his squad last week, leaving one spot open. The squad flies to Qatar on Wednesday before launching its campaign against Australia on Nov. 22.