GeneralZidane makes rebuilding France’s full-back position a major challenge
The coach wants to revive a position short of players and develop new talent. He has approached the National Technical Directorate.
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GeneralMbappé mocks claims about his attitude in the derby
After a broadcast linked his behaviour to a dispute over the Ballon d’Or, Kylian Mbappé ridiculed the account on social media. Javier Tintó’s remarks had focused on his attitude during the derby.
GeneralItaly are back as Zidane suffers first home setback
Italy held firm against France despite their opponents’ control of the ball and the game. Olise’s goal was not enough to preserve Zidane’s perfect run, while Donnarumma produced a string of decisive saves.
FootballMbappé leaves France match against Turkey injured
Kylian Mbappé left the pitch after suffering pain in his left knee, despite trying to return to the game. The forward had opened the scoring in the 54th minute of the first match of the Zidane era.
General‘Big 5’ podcast: Zidane at Clairefontaine, a long-awaited reunion
The ‘Big 5’ podcast looks back at the new France head coach’s first steps at Clairefontaine. Zidane is preparing for four Nations League matches there, with the aim of drawing a line under the Didier Deschamps era.