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Euro de Cécifoot: thanks to a goal from Frédéric Villeroux, the Blues retain their title against England
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Euro de Cécifoot: thanks to a goal from Frédéric Villeroux, the Blues retain their title against England

The French national team, known as the 'Bleus,' won the Euro Cécifoot tournament again, defeating England 1-0 in the final held in Strasbourg. The decisive goal was scored by Frédéric Villeroux, who has been a standout player throughout the competition. Villeroux, who is visually impaired, scored after a remarkable solo effort in the first half, showcasing his skill despite his condition. The match took place on a specially adapted pitch designed for players with visual impairments, where teams are guided by vocal assistants. France had previously defeated England in the group stage and went on to beat Italy in the semifinals. This victory marks France’s fourth title in the competition and their second consecutive win, placing them second in the all-time standings behind Spain. The top five teams will qualify for upcoming international competitions, including the World Championship in Brazil and the European Para-Sports Championships in Geneva.

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Euro de Cécifoot: thanks to a goal from Frédéric Villeroux, the Blues retain their title against England

The French national team, known as the 'Bleus,' won the Euro Cécifoot tournament again, defeating England 1-0 in the final held in Strasbourg. The decisive goal was scored by Frédéric Villeroux, who has been a standout player throughout the competition. Villeroux, who is visually impaired, scored after a remarkable solo effort in the first half, showcasing his skill despite his condition. The match took place on a specially adapted pitch designed for players with visual impairments, where teams are guided by vocal assistants. France had previously defeated England in the group stage and went on to beat Italy in the semifinals. This victory marks France’s fourth title in the competition and their second consecutive win, placing them second in the all-time standings behind Spain. The top five teams will qualify for upcoming international competitions, including the World Championship in Brazil and the European Para-Sports Championships in Geneva.

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