But on Monday night Bachelot told journalists the French players had `` tarnished the image of France , '' according to French sports newspaper L'Equipe . Raymond Domenech to meet French president Monday to discuss the World Cup debacle . France crashed out at the first -round stage following defeat by host South Africa . Defeat came after falling-out between coach Raymond Domenech and his players . Henry , once South Africa 's star striker , was reduced to a minor role at the tournament .
Raymond Domenech to meet French president Monday to discuss the World Cup debacle . France crashed out at the first -round stage following defeat by host South Africa . Defeat came after falling-out between coach Raymond Domenech and his players . Henry , once South Africa 's star striker , was reduced to a minor role at the tournament .