Beyond the result of the French team as a whole, and in this case these two victories which allow the Blues to start their qualifying campaign for the 2026 World Cup, there are always winners and losers at each gathering, because it is the life of a selection.
In the category of great satisfactions, we can include Manu Koné. The 24 -year -old midfielder for his 9th and 10th selections, formed an efficient and efficient duo with Aurélien Tchouaméni, whether against Ukraine or Iceland. Enough to highlight a player who lacks recognition.
“” Manu has too often been underestimated, said Didier Deschamps about his player. He had a very good season at AS Rome and he has confidence with us. It is very effective in recovery and in the use of the ball. He takes up space. »»
Manu Koné, and the Serie A …
The player trained in Toulouse is unanimous among the Blues, where many find him under-command. A judgment that pleases the main interested party (“it's very nice”), and which he tries to explain.
“I left France very early, I only did six months in Ligue 1 and a year in Ligue 2, Tells the former TFC player, who then joined Mönchengladbach. What I was doing, it might not be seen. And I don't think everyone watches the A. before, I was less consistency. »»
