Didier Deschamps, the coach of the French national soccer team, faced a relatively calm news conference amidst the backdrop of a seismic legislative election and the team's upcoming European Championship semifinal against Spain. Several players had expressed their concerns about the rise of the far right in France, with some urging citizens to vote against it. The team's political stance had caused some tension, but the news conference mainly focused on soccer-related questions. The players' vocal opposition to the far right had garnered attention and sparked debate, with some political figures criticizing their involvement. Despite the complex political situation, the team is focused on their upcoming match against Spain and has expressed relief at the election results. France's soccer stars have made it clear that they are proud to represent their country on the field.