France’s World Cup Celebration Marred by Violence

France’s World Cup Celebration Marred by Violence
Fans in France celebrate on the Champs-Elysées after France's win at the soccer World Cup final. Charles Platiau/Reuters
Jane Werrell
Jane Werrell
NTD News International Correspondent and Anchor
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French police clashed with revelers on July 15 as tens of thousands took to the streets in Paris to celebrate the country’s first World Cup win in 20 years.

While soccer fans basked in the joy in Paris, a small number of people caused violence in the city, marring the celebrations.

Jane Werrell
Jane Werrell
NTD News International Correspondent and Anchor
Jane Werrell is an international correspondent and anchor for NTD News based in London. Jane is a part-time anchor for "NTD UK News."
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