Netflix's 'Dans la sauce' pits World Cup champs in comedy showdown

Paul de Saint Sernin hosts the Netflix series 'Dans la sauce'. The show pits France's 1998 and 2018 World Cup champions against each other in a joke‑filled competition. All participants have given their consent to the unrestricted banter. The contestants are members of the French squads that won the 1998 and 2018 tournaments. They face off in a series of comedic challenges designed to test their wit. The format allows no editorial limits on the jokes exchanged. One gag references Blaise Matuidi publishing a book, marking the end of that particular joke round. The remark highlights the show's willingness to blend football trivia with humor. The joke was delivered by a participant from the 2018 team. Netflix’s involvement reflects its broader push into sports‑related entertainment. 'Dans la sauce' is produced in French and streams globally. The series adds a light‑hearted option to the platform’s catalogue. Future episodes will feature additional match‑ups between former champions. Viewers can anticipate more unfiltered humor as the series continues. The program aims to keep audiences engaged through spontaneous comedy.