12:30 – Deschamps: “A difficult match”
On a sporting level, Didier Deschamps expects a difficult match against Israel even if the Blues are heavily favored. “She scored in her four Nations League matches, I expect a difficult match. She recovers players. There were different systems but they always knew how to have chances and score. They will give everything tomorrow”.
12:00 – Financial damage for the FFF
With only 15,000 spectators and greatly increased resources to prevent risks, the organization of the match will cost the French Football Federation dearly with almost 3.5 million euros spent.
11:30 – A change in preparation for Israel without Mbappé?
Asked about Mbappé’s absence, the Israel coach analyzed the situation in front of the press. “I will answer you in two ways. Because we are in a very difficult group, we are already trying to focus on ourselves. But we would be out of context if we were not interested in our opponents. When Mbappé is not playing , there is (Michael) Olise And when Olise does not play, there is (Bradley) Barcola. France has a huge number of players of international dimension. We are preparing to face those who will be there, with the best possible tactics. “
11:00 – The Palestinian Federation is opposed to the match being held
“Our official position is that as long as Israel continues to violate international law and systematically target Palestinian sports infrastructure and athletes, sports bodies around the world, including UEFA and FIFA, must adopt a position that reflects their values of respect, justice and equality, explains the Palestinian Federation. We believe that these values are incompatible with Israel’s participation in international sporting events, particularly in a country like France, which claims to put in place. value human rights and justice”
10:30 – Kanté captain
With the absence of Kylian Mbappé, former Chelsea midfielder N’Golo Kanté will have the honor of wearing the captain’s armband during the France – Israel match. “I have my personality, I’ve been here for a while, I just want to pull the group up, correct what can be corrected, be a relay for the coach on the field, and use the strengths of everyone. world, because some are more comfortable speaking But with the age, the status, and the young people who are there, it is easier to communicate and convey messages And the armband encourages me. a little more to do it” explained the player.
10:00 – A lot of tension around the match
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09:23 – Surprise line-up?
For this meeting against Israel, Didier Deschamps must once again cope without Kylian Mbappé, who remained in Madrid for the second meeting in a row. Randal Kolo Muani, top scorer for the Blues in 2024, should be aligned at the forefront of the attack with Olise and Barcola alongside him. In the middle, PSG midfielder Zaire-Emery could accompany Kanté and Camavinga. The probable starting eleven of the France team: Maignan – Koundé, Konaté, Upamecano, T. Hernandez – Zaire-Emery, Kanté, Camavinga – Olise, Kolo Muani, Barcola.
09:20 – The Blues qualified for the quarterfinals of the Nations League if..
The Blues can officially punch their ticket to the quarter-finals of the Nations League this Thursday evening. To get there, you just have to not lose this Thursday at the Stade de France. Even a defeat would not prevent France from qualifying but on one condition.