The French Olympic team has just lost another player. On Tuesday, the day before Thierry Henry’s men entered the Olympics against the United States in Marseille, the FFF announced the departure of Chrislain Matsima from the squad. At the request of his club, AS Monaco, the 22-year-old defender returned to the Principality.
” At the request of his club AS Monaco (Ligue 1), Chrislain Matsima will leave the men’s Olympic selection this Tuesday, on the eve of the first match of the Paris 2024 Games tournament against the United States, Wednesday evening at the Stade de Marseille (9:00 p.m.). The Monegasque defender will nevertheless remain available during the competition as a reserve and will return to the group if necessary.we can read in the FFF press release.
Matsima keeps his reserve position
However, Chrislain Matsima keeps his place among the four reserves selected by Thierry Henry, who can currently count on 16 players. The Monegasque therefore remains at the disposal of the French coach if needed.
A few days ago, it was Andy Diouf who was recalled by RC Lens to carry out his pre-season preparation in the North. Just like Lesley Ugochukwu, reserve recalled by Chelsea on Sunday. The former Rennais was replaced by Lyonnais Johann Lepenant.
