Deschamps Contemplates Lineup Changes for France-vs-Germany Showdown
French Coach Appears to Avoid Engaging with DFB's Tactics
In the realm of football, the mood is far from jubilant - France's disheartened coach, Didier Deschamps, finds himself in a precarious position ahead of the Nations League third-place game against Germany. injuries and questionable form among his players have left Deschamps grappling with potential changes to his starting lineup.
The chaos that unfolded in France's semi-final against Spain (4:5 loss) seems to have left its mark. Ousmane Dembélé, Bradley Barcola and Clement Lenglet have been sidelined due to injuries, forcing Deschamps to reevaluate his roster for the clash against the DFB team (3:00 PM/RTL live on ntv.de). The French coach admitted he is considering tweaking his formation, with the goalkeeper position possible contender for changes too, alongside the field players.
France's lackluster performance against Spain begs the question: Is Deschamps eager for this match? "The game is there, we will play it," he answered somberly. While the encounter with the DFB team may offer valuable insights for his coaching staff, Deschamps cautions with utmost significance due to the challenging circumstances. Still, France boasted a significant edge in the semi-final, outplaying Spain in virtually every department bar goals scored (57 attacks and 26 goal chances vs. 31 attacks and 15 goal chances for Spain). The bitter pill remains: France only capitalized on fewer opportunities, while Spain's goalkeeper Unai Simón exhibited brilliance in goal-saving efforts.
Sources: ntv.de, tno/sid/dpa, Football Whispers, The Athletic
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In the midst of the preparations for the France-Germany showdown, Didier Deschamps contemplates policy changes, potentially influencing the lineup for the clash. Despite the tribulations, Deschamps might reconsider his formaion in light of vocational training opportunities for his players, possibly impacting the goalkeeper position as well as the field players. Amidst the growing tension, Deschamps embraces the upcoming Nations League encounter, viewing it as an essential learning ground, especially in the realm of football, a sport in which Germany remains a formidable adversary.
