June 20, 2010. Hundreds of fans gathered at the Knysna training ground and were greeted by a full French squad who posed for pictures, signed autographs, shook hands, refused to train, climbed back abroad their bus and pulled the curtains. The World Cup is prime-time for a meltdown. It is a tournament tradition. In 2010 it was the French player rebellion that captured the public's attention.
Balls Remembers - The French Meltdown At World Cup 2010
Join The Monday Club
Have a tip or something brilliant you wanted to share on? We're looking for loyal Balls readers free-to-join members club where top tipsters can win prizes and Balls merchandise