Didier Deschamps has announced his latest 23-man squad for France’s upcoming Euro 2020 qualifiers, but here’s an extended look at three players left out who deserved to be selected…
Tag: Didier Deschamps
UEFA Nations League – Netherlands 2-0 France: 5 Talking Points
It was a frustrating evening for World champions France, as they were comfortably beaten 2-0 by Ronald Koeman’s Netherlands at De Kuip Stadium in Rotterdam. Continue reading
UEFA Nations League: 3 reasons why France beat Germany
Antoine Griezmann’s timely second-half brace ensured France managed to recover a one-goal deficit to secure all three points during their UEFA Nations League fixture against Germany, leaving Die Mannschaft on the verge of a surprise relegation into League B. Continue reading
Scout report: Who is Lyon’s Tanguy Ndombele?
Tanguy Ndombele was the only new addition to Didier Deschamps’ France squad for Les Bleus’ upcoming international fixtures, but those who follow the 21-year-old closely will know that his first senior call-up was only a matter of time in waiting. Continue reading
Germany 0-0 France: Areola excellent on debut in rousing Nations League stalemate
The points were ultimately shared by Germany and France as their UEFA Nations League opener ended in an entertaining stalemate at the Allianz Arena. PSG goalkeeper Alphonse Areola, making his international debut for France here, made a string of excellent saves as the hosts created plenty of goalscoring opportunities. Continue reading
France vs Germany: Tricky test awaits both in UEFA Nations League opener
France’s recent World Cup winners were greeted to a heroic welcome at their Clairefontaine training base this week. It’s now time to move on, though. The new season has already begun. International breaks are never too far behind. Continue reading
Why now is decision time for PSG’s Adrien Rabiot
With a year left on his existing deal, Adrien Rabiot has an important decision to make in the coming days and weeks. Paris Saint-Germain are eager to keep him. Why would they not? He has a wealth of experience for a 23-year-old and is widely regarded as a top-class midfielder possessing a range of different attributes.
