France snub for Pires

France coach Raymond Domenech has left out Robert Pires from his squad for a home friendly against Poland on 17 November.

The Arsenal winger has publicly criticised Domenech, and a meeting with French football federation officials to explain his outburst was postponed on Monday. But there is no recall for Manchester City striker Nicolas Anelka.

Two weeks ago, Pires said: "Nothing in his [Domenech's] attitude leads me to believe he has confidence in me. It's like being at school, being 20 and just starting out as a footballer.

"We need Domenech to give us freedom because he gets on our nerves. There is turbulence between him and myself. He annoys me. In return, I suppose I annoy him."

Domenech said of Pires's omission: "This is purely a sporting choice."