The French national team will likely have to cope without one of their key midfield anchors for the upcoming crucial fixture. With only two days left before the high-stakes quarterfinal clash between France and Morocco, Aurélien Tchouaméni has not yet rejoined collective training. Dealing with an adductor injury, the Real Madrid midfielder was already sidelined during the round of 16 victory against Paraguay, raising concerns over his availability for the upcoming match.
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Subscribe Sekarang →According to information reported by RMCSport, the talented midfielder managed to step back onto the pitch alongside fitness coach Cyril Moine on Tuesday. His individualized recovery program consisted of several light laps around the field to monitor his physical progression. However, despite an upcoming final pre-match training session, it remains highly unlikely that he will be risked in the starting lineup against Morocco this Thursday.
Based on editorial team observations, manager Didier Deschamps is expected to maintain stability by deploying the midfield partnership of Adrien Rabiot and Manu Koné in Tchouaméni's absence. The core structure of the team is anticipated to remain intact, though the coaching staff faces a strategic dilemma on the flanks. Deschamps might consider alternating between Bradley Barcola and Désiré Doué, especially after Doué delivered a highly decisive performance off the bench against the Albirroja.
From editorial monitoring of the latest tactical sessions, a probable starting lineup for Les Bleus has begun to solidify. Mike Maignan is set to guard the net, protected by a defensive backline of Jules Koundé, Dayot Upamecano, William Saliba, and Lucas Digne. The midfield double-pivot will feature Manu Koné and Adrien Rabiot, supporting an attacking line composed of Ousmane Dembélé, Michael Olise, and either Bradley Barcola or Désiré Doué, with superstar Kylian Mbappé leading the frontline.