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Griezmann’s contribution to the Blues
“We played two matches, you can appreciate Antoine’s game more than he can do and he does very well, in a role that suits him very well. He is in full control of his athletic abilities, and he is also good in his head. The player has always been like that, having a great impact on the game, a large playing volume that allows him to be present in the attack and defense phases. It’s not a sacrifice (that he’s a torchbearer), he enjoys a shot as much as an offensive pass. His game intelligence allows the team to have a good balance between the offensive and defensive phases. »
Injuries and a new generation
“I don’t like to talk about myself. Thank you for rejuvenating me. I wasn’t really young in ’98, a lot of people in their thirties… There are younger people because of the lack of leaders. They have no international experience but they have the skills and everything it takes to be at the top level, just look at their clubs… The potential is there. They should be supervised by more experienced managers. But the potential is there. These are adjustments that need to be made. Their merit is to put them at the level of the competition. The squad is an alchemy between quality, more experienced and younger players. »
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How he intends to rotate against Tunisia
“Data is never completely identical, we are guaranteed in 8are and not having to go to an absolute point. It is an international match for the World Cup in which Tunisia plays its qualifying round. We want to get the best possible result, this situation allows me to be in management. No risks, these are discussions with the players, I want their own feelings. I will make a decision tomorrow (Wednesday), but yes, there will be changes. You won’t know it, neither will the opponent… Placing the opponent comfortably, no, I’m not comfortable. The whole group is concerned, everyone is ready to be able to play this match, but I have to consider the two matches in four days. »
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If he has to spare Mbappe’s physique or ego by sitting him against Tunisia.
“(Angry) If I go that route, I translate your question. His body is good, we should not spare him. His ego? What do you know about it? He wants to play? You don’t know me though. Killian doesn’t have an ego, well, he’s important, but he’s always been part of a collective circle. He is not 18 years old anymore, he wants to play, so do the other 24. They won’t all start it. You can think or imagine things before you make decisions, I have data that you can’t have because it’s direct. »
The dynamics of the Blues
“It’s down to results, Brazil and Portugal have also won both of their matches, which gives us an advantage. We don’t want to abuse this third game without any obligation. Internal dynamics are important, it’s a very high level, the World Cup. Tomorrow’s game will not change anything and will give more or less for the 1/8 finals. This meeting is important, but not decisive. It is also important for football players. »
If Kamavinga will play at left back
“Ask me if he’s going to play tomorrow (Wednesday), it’ll be easier (smile). I won’t tell you (if Kamavinga starts), I have other options in this position with Adrien Rabiot who has already played in this position, Jules Kunde has been able to fill in the absences from time to time, they are not specialists but there are possible alternatives. »
His opinion about Tunisia
“We follow them, we follow them. I know them well. I am not in the position of a coach who can play the qualification and play thoroughly. It has different choices. This team has quality and many players who have gone through or have gone through L1. Football players also know them. With a very favorable context for Tunisia. Tomorrow we will be outside. There is this drive, this passion, this enthusiasm that comes on top of the quality of this team. Tunisia has a clear goal to hope to continue the competition. The USA too. So it’s hard for both teams to be happy at the end of the match.
If Mandanda will be the owner
“Aurelien (Chuameni, who was present at the press conference before him) will not be the captain (it will be Raphael Varane). You make what you want from that. There is no obligation to bring the captain to the press conference, you need energy to weigh your words. Hugo is available. I have the same reflection as all other players. I didn’t answer, but it doesn’t matter (smiles).
Source: Le Figaro
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