What the World Cup win means for France
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France erupted with joy on July 15 when Les Bleus beat Croatia in the World Cup final. It's a big deal for any country to win the World Cup, but it felt particularly special in France. The victory was a real boost for a country that's still reeling from repeated terrorist attacks. At last, there was a reason to take to the streets to celebrate France, in all its diversity.
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