Didier Deschamps withdraws his appeal against Daniel Riolo

On September 21 last year, the former French national team coach withdrew his appeal request in the lawsuit opposing him to journalist Daniel Riolo. This withdrawal comes as a court of appeal judgment was due to be rendered in Paris on January 13, 2027.

Withdrawal of the Case

Didier Deschamps decided to put an end to this legal procedure after Daniel Riolo had been acquitted in the first judgment. The journalist had been exonerated in this dispute that opposed him to the footballer and coach.

Initial Context

The conflict between the two personalities of French football took place in the first instance, where Daniel Riolo had been acquitted of charges brought by Didier Deschamps. On September 21, the latter confirmed his withdrawal from the appeal procedure.