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Spain apologises for ex-PM's column questioning 'Frenchness' of France team

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Spain issued an apology for a column written by a former prime minister that questioned the cultural identity or 'Frenchness' of the French national football team. The column sparked controversy, prompting the Spanish government to distance itself from the remarks. The incident highlights the sensitivity of national identity in sports and the importance of diplomatic responses.

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