1.   And about the only commercial condiment the French have is mustard.

2.   Are we not all, in some way, responsible for the poor opinion the French have of us?

3.   The French have a long history of spying on U.S. corporations, said MacGregor Knox, professor of international history at the London School of Economics.

4.   The defending champion French have such a wealth of talent they could almost field two equal lineups.

5.   When Brazilians or Nigerians were signing autographs for flocks of fans after training, the only contact the French have are with properly accredited media.

6.   But despite the undoubted talent -- most of the team will be playing Serie A next season -- the French have still to shine here.