The France team faces the Netherlands this Friday as part of qualifying for Euro 2024 (8:45 p.m.). Here is the expected line-up for the Blues.
Affected by a family bereavement, Kylian Mbappé did not appear at the pre-match press conference on Thursday, on the eve of this match against the Netherlands. But that will not prevent the captain of the Blues from continuing on the field. “ I speak with him regularly. He will be part of the team tomorrow in the Netherlands. It is big enough to protect itself. Whatever he does, people talk about him. I don’t mind sharing responsibilities. There is no obligation for the captain to come to the conference. When it’s in the collective interest, it doesn’t bother me. »
To support the PSG star on the attacking front, another player from the capital club is expected. Randal Kolo Muani should start up front, confirming the idea of a counter-based approach. Kingsley Coman and Ousmane Dembélé are balanced for the right side, with Bayern leaning towards the winger’s advantage. “ They can play together because Kingsley has versatility. Obviously, if one starts and the other comes in, there is danger for the opponent. There is no hierarchy. If there is one who starts, I expect as many qualities from the one who returns. »
The major surprise will be found in the defensive line since Marseillais Jonathan Clauss is expected to honor a new selection in Blue. For the rest, the usual executives should be present, with a Tchouaméni-Rabiot-Griezmann midfielder, a Konaté-Lucas Hernandez hinge, and Théo Hernandez on the left side. Maignan will hold his place in the goals.
The expected line-up for the Blues : Maignan – Clauss, Konaté, L. Hernandez, T. Hernandez – Tchouaméni, Griezmann, Rabiot – Coman, Kolo Muani, Mbappé.
