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Deschamps before Spain-France: "Put all the ingredients to get this title"

2021-10-09T19:08:08.807Z


This Saturday, on the eve of the League of Nations final between Spain and France, the national coach was delighted with the strength


At a press conference this Saturday at the San Siro stadium in Milan, Didier Deschamps before the Spain - France League of Nations final, did not reject the status of favorites of the Blues.

But he warns that this does not give any guarantee against one of the most playful selections in Europe.

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positive for Covid 19, is the group disturbed?

How are the other players?

DIDIER DESCHAMPS.

We got this news when we woke up after the PCR test on Friday.

This is bad news in a health situation that is improving day by day, it reminds us that the fear is still there.

We did an antigen test when we arrived and everyone is negative.

There are only 21 of us left and they are all supposed to be available.

Can you play three defenders against a four defense?

Everything is possible, with advantages and disadvantages.

We also played four-a-side and faced a five-a-side defense.

There are pros and cons.

What is certain is that Spain will play four behind.

For us, there are obviously other options.

What are the advantages of playing with a three-way defense?

The advantage is for the offensive trio which finds itself in the center and becomes a threat to the opposing defense.

But it is a defense with three which can be found with five to occupy the width.

But it's more complicated against Spain who have doublets in the corridors.

Is Aurélien Tchouaméni ready for such a match?

I have other players capable of replacing Adrien.

Paul Pogba will not have more defensive responsibilities.

He is in a different position than Manchester United but he is a complete midfielder, able to perform well in recovery.

What does the presence of Aymeric Laporte in La Roja inspire you, a player you had selected with the Blues?

I haven't had the opportunity to speak to him since.

I'm happy for him.

He plays with Spain, he is a holder.

There is no particular situation.

It is his choice and I respect him.

May his way be as beautiful as possible for him.

Gabi is 17, is it crazy to find him at this level?

It's wonderful for him.

Some come very, very early because they have superior qualities.

He played a semi-final with a lot of personality.

Me, I do not look at the identity card if there is quality.

He only has seven games with Barça in La Liga.

It is supposed to be the beginnings of a very good and very long career with Spain.

Antoine Griezmann will continue his 57th game in a row and his hundredth selection.

What do these numbers say?

Its longevity.

Its efficiency.

He's on this series.

He was fortunate not to have physical worries, he had no serious injury.

Since Euro 2016, he is ultra-important and efficient for the France team.

Are you worried about the day in less recovery compared to Spain?

Ideally, it's better to have three than four days.

It could have been worse.

Spain was in Milan and stayed in Milan.

We do everything to optimize recovery.

But we will not look for excuses.

Has the atmosphere changed internally since Thursday?

There was happiness.

The most beautiful vitamin is victory.

The following days were lighter, happier.

France showed their mental strength against the Belgians.

There is a state of mind beyond qualities.

Victory is always welcome.

Do you assume the status of favorite of the final?

If you want.

We are not going to proclaim ourselves favorite.

Spain is rejuvenated but it has experienced players and maintains its quality of play. We have more experience but that does not give us any guarantees on this final.

I don't see it as an asset.

It will take all the ingredients to get this title.

Source: leparis

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