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Dec202022 by JBNo Comments

Deschamps reveals why Giroud had to go off in 41st minute of World Cup final

World Cup 2022

Didier Deschamps revealed he had to act swiftly in the first half of the World Cup final to avoid France falling further behind. Click here to join our WhatsApp Community Ronaldo sends classy message to Lionel Messi after Argentina’s World Cup win Lionel Messi’s extra-time goal broke rules & should have been disallowed Emi Martinez mocks Mbappe in Argentina dressing room after consoling him on pitch Argentina dominated in the first half of the final at the Lusail Stadium on Sunday evening, racing into a two-goal lead as France were overwhelmed. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Lionel Messi fired home from the penalty spot after Dembele had fouled Angel Di Maria in the box, and then the Juventus star was on hand to sweep home the secon...

Jun72021 by JBNo Comments

You failed as Tottenham manager – Deschamps fires back at Jose Mourinho

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Didier Deschamps has hit back at Jose Mourinho for his comments on France being favourites at this summer's European Championship, claiming "I thought the same thing about his Tottenham team". France are being tipped to go all the way at the Euros, having reached the final in 2016 before becoming World Champions two years later. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Mourinho attempted to put extra pressure on Les Bleus when discussing their strength last week, prompting Deschamps to hit back with a jibe about his spell in north London. Mourinho told The Sun about France: "I cannot see any weakness. If I had to say one team to win it, I will say them - because the group of players is fantastic. "They have to win it. If not, it is an unsuccessful Euros." Mouri...

Nov202020 by JBNo Comments

Solskjaer hits back at Deschamps in Pogba row: He’s “important” for Man Utd

Premier League

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has said Paul Pogba remains an "important" player for the club despite suggestions from Didier Deschamps that the midfielder is unhappy at Manchester United. Pogba has started only two of United's last seven matches, prompting the comments from France manager Deschamps during the break. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The midfielder has conceded he is going through a "difficult" period in his career but Solskjaer says he remains important to his plans. "Paul had a difficult season last season," Solskjaer told a news conference on Friday. "He had COVID, those three games he played for France have helped. I spoke to Paul and he felt towards the end of the Portugal and Sweden games, he felt stronger for it. He played well, they qualified...

Oct182019 by JBNo Comments

Frank Lampard hits out at Deschamps over N’Golo Kante

Premier League

Chelsea manager Frank Lampard has criticised France boss Didier Deschamps after midfielder N'Golo Kante returned from international duty with an injury. Kante, who has played in only four of Chelsea's eight Premier League matches during an injury-hit start to the campaign, hurt his groin during the warm-up for France's Euro 2020 qualifier against Iceland last Friday and was removed from the starting XI. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Deschamps opted to keep the 28-year-old with the French squad for the remainder of the international break, a decision that irked Lampard, who had recently engaged in a "light-hearted" back-and-forth with the France head coach over Olivier Giroud's lack of game-time at the club. "After the first game when he pulled out...

Oct122019 by JBNo Comments

Deschamps gives N’Golo Kante update after Chelsea star is injured for France

Premier League

France head coach Didier Deschamps has played down the severity of N’Golo Kante’s injury after the Chelsea midfielder picked up a problem in the warm-up prior to Friday game. The France international, who has been dealing with a number of injury niggles this campaign, had been in the starting XI to take on Iceland in Les Bleus’ Euro 2020 qualifier but was replaced by Moussa Sissoko just before kick-off. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Frank Lampard had not wanted Kante to be called up for international duty at all given his recent injuries, but Deschamps does not believe the latest setback is serious. ‘He felt a pain in the adductor [groin] muscle,’ said the France boss after the match. ‘He had a feeling where he did not feel comfortable to play. ...

Jun102019 by JBNo Comments

France coach Deschamps confirms Mendy move to Real Madrid

La Liga, Transfer Info

France manager Didier Deschamps has confirmed on Monday that Ferland Mendy will join Real Madrid this summer window. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Lyon man has been linked with a move to the Spanish capital after Los Blancos’ poor display in 2018/19 and, speaking at to the press on Monday, Deschamps said that a €50 million transfer has been agreed between the club and Real. "Ferland has a spectacular growth, he was in Ligue 2 two years ago and he will be at Real Madrid," he said. "He has both feet, with us he has been good every time he had to play.” (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); There is yet no announcement from either Lyon or Real regarding the move, but should Mendy join the Spanish giants, he will become their third...

May182018 by JBNo Comments

Deschamps explains why he left Lacazette and Martial out of France’s World Cup squad

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Didier Deschamps says he omitted both Alexandre Lacazette and Anthony Martial from France World Cup squad because there is too many striking options to choose from. Both players were left on the stand-by lift for this summer’s World Cup in Russia, despite the Arsenal forward scoring eight goals in his last 10 appearances after returning from injury. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Martial’s absence was less surprising, as he has fallen out of favour under Jose Mourinho in recent weeks and even picking up a knee injury ahead of the FA Cup final. Both players had impressed in friendlies against Germany at the end of last year, but Deschamps felt they were surplus to requirements given the abundance of firepower France has. Deschamps told reporters: ‘Th...

Apr52018 by JBNo Comments

Didier Deschamps to discuss Juventus transfer with Anthony Martial

Premier League

France boss Didier Deschamps has revealed his intention to speak to Anthony Martial a summer transfer to Juventus. The France international has enjoyed a promising season, scoring nine times in the Premier League, but his game time has been affected since the January arrival of Alexis Sanchez. He has completed 90 minutes in only four of his last 10 appearances in all competitions, and has only scored a goal and laid on just a single assist. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); With United being linked with a move for Real Madrid star Gareth Bale, as well as the in-form Willian, Martial could become useless at the club and Juventus are ready to make a move. And Deschamps who has both played for Juventus and managed the team – says he is willing to talk wit...