French Sports Minister Gives Lucky Stones to National Team Before 2026 World Cup
French Sports Minister Marina Ferrari gave each player of the French national football team two stones—blue jasper and rock crystal—during a June 2026 visit to Clairefontaine, claiming they boost energy, reduce stress, and alleviate muscle pain. President Macron was present and reportedly perplexed. The gift sparked ridicule on social media, though Ferrari later clarified they were symbolic lucky stars, not magic stones, and promised a red star if France wins the tournament. France’s World Cup campaign began June 16 against Senegal in New Jersey.
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French Sports Minister Promises Third Lucky Stone to National Team for World Cup Victory
French Sports Minister Marina Ferrari has made headlines by giving the French national football team two lucky stones before their departure for the World Cup: one blue jasper for success and one rock crystal to ward off stress. The gesture initially surprised the players and President Emmanuel Macron. Invited on RTL radio on Tuesday evening, Ferrari confirmed the gift and doubled down by promising a third, red stone if the team wins the World Cup, which would add a third star to their jersey. The French team has already qualified for the round of 16 after defeating Iraq 3-0.
Foot - actualités, mercato, info & vidéo en continuFrench Sports Minister Denies Giving 'Magic Stones' to 2026 World Cup Team, Calls Them Lucky Stars
French Sports Minister Marina Ferrari has clarified the nature of gifts she gave to the French national football team before their departure to the 2026 World Cup in America. Responding to a report by Le Canard Enchaîné, which claimed she gave players 'stone stars' with special virtues like energizing and stress-reducing properties, Ferrari explained they were actually two small stars—one white and one blue—as good-luck charms. She found the controversy amusing and stated the gifts were a personal message of friendship, with the promise of a red star if the team wins a third World Cup star on their jersey. Ferrari noted the tradition of offering lucky stars in Japan. The French team has performed well so far, beating Senegal and Iraq in their opening matches. The minister watched the Iraq game until 3 a.m.
Home Football - actualitésFrench Sports Minister Gives National Team Players Lucky Stones for World Cup
On June 2, 2024, French Sports Minister Ferrari visited the national team at Clairefontaine and gave each player two 'lucky stones': a blue jasper and a white crystal. She claimed the stones symbolize vitality, relieve stress, boost confidence, and alleviate muscle pain, and suggested players put them in their socks during World Cup matches. The gesture, reported by L'Équipe, confused many present and drew ridicule on social media. The French Ministry of Sports later clarified it was merely a symbolic gift to send blessings before departure.
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According to Le Canard enchaîné, French Sports Minister Marina Ferrari gave two lucky stones to players of the French national football team during a lunch at Clairefontaine on June 2, 2026, before their departure for the World Cup in the United States (June 11 – July 19). President Emmanuel Macron was also present and reportedly perplexed by the gesture. The minister offered each player a blue jasper stone for success and a rock crystal stone to reduce stress and anxiety, claiming the stones have energizing and therapeutic virtues. She instructed players to slip the stones into their socks. The French team begins their World Cup campaign on June 16 against Senegal.
Foot - actualités, mercato, info & vidéo en continuFrench Sports Minister Gives Players 'Lucky' Stones Before 2026 World Cup
According to Le Canard Enchaîné, French Sports Minister Marina Ferrari gave the French national football team players two stone stars—one in blue jasper and one in rock crystal—before their departure for the 2026 World Cup in America. The gift was made during her visit to Clairefontaine in the presence of President Emmanuel Macron. Ferrari explained that blue jasper has energizing virtues and gives strength to achieve goals, while rock crystal reduces stress, anxiety, increases self-confidence, and can alleviate muscle pain. She suggested players slip the stones into their socks. The minister shared a personal memory of receiving a protection stone from a supporter during her first election campaign over twenty years ago, which she has kept ever since. The symbolic gesture is intended to bring luck to the team as they seek a third World Cup star.
Foot Mercato : Info Transferts Football - Actu Foot TransfertFrench Sports Minister Gives Lucky Stones to National Team Ahead of 2026 World Cup
According to Le Canard Enchaîné, French Sports Minister Marina Ferrari presented players of the French national football team with two small stones—blue jasper and rock crystal—during a visit to Clairefontaine alongside President Emmanuel Macron. Ferrari claimed the blue jasper has energizing properties to help achieve goals, while rock crystal reduces stress and anxiety, increases self-confidence, and may alleviate muscle pain. She explained that a supporter gave her a protective stone over twenty years ago during her first electoral campaign, and she wanted to pass on the luck. The gesture occurred as the team prepared for the 2026 World Cup in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The Blues had recently played friendlies against Ivory Coast (loss 1-2) and Northern Ireland (win 3-1), and are set to begin their World Cup campaign against Senegal on June 16 in New Jersey.
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