Blues coach Didier Deschamps indulged in a real revelation before the match in Greece on Tuesday evening.
The information distilled by Didier Deschamps regarding the starting lineups of his team is rare. This Monday at a press conference, the boss of the Blues deviated from his habits by confirming a starter at least for the final match of the Euro 2024 qualifiers, in Greece, Tuesday evening. At the goalkeeper position.
Exit Mike Maignan the number one, it is Brice Samba who will try to preserve the tricolor nets in Athens. “ Brice Samba will be goalkeeper. For the rest, you will see tomorrow », Says the coach of the France team, who nevertheless suggested that Lucas Hernandez would start at left back, in place of his brother. Another statement from the Bayonne technician this Monday: “ Adrien Rabiot will not be captain. »
A confirmed hierarchy
As for the last rampart, Didier Deschamps confirmed the hierarchy in place, with Alphonse Areola confined to the rank of number three. “ Brice, like his club, had a slightly more difficult start to the season. But he is a competitor, they rectified the situation with RC Lens. And then there is the fact of playing the Champions League which also plays a role. (…) The hierarchy, especially in this position, is good for it to be defined. Today it is like that, in March or June it may have changed. Even with those who were there before. As long as competition exists, if I think it’s better to do things differently… Goalkeepers and outfield players alike know this. »
