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Fri 11 Nov 2009Some shame, sure 'mais c'est la vie
FRANCE’S POLITICIANS, pundits and philosophers were drawn into the national debate on l’affaire Henry yesterday as the country grappled with the moral dilemma of qualifying for the World Cup thanks to a disputed win few French fans think was deserved.
Asked about Irish suggestions that Fifa should order a replay, prime minister François Fillon said it was not for the Irish or French governments to interfere in the governing body’s affairs.
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