France National Team: All About Les Bleus Before Nations League Match vs. Belgium
Ousmane Dembélé: Doubts to Dispel
Ousmane Dembélé, who hasn't scored in the team's last three matches, received strong backing from coach Zinédine Zidane, who values his contribution to the game. Dembélé himself appears calm and confident he can turn his form around against Belgium on Monday.
Saturday Focused on Recovery for Les Bleus
Following their draw against Italy, the players, excluding Upamecano who returned to his club, began their day with a light cycling session in the forest late morning. This 45-minute ride was at a relaxed pace. Afterward, the squad split into two groups: those who started against Italy underwent a recovery program including massages, baths, and strength training. The others participated in a session on the Platini field, featuring drills like 'toro,' 'tennis ball,' and individual practice.
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After securing two away wins, Zinédine Zidane's return to the Stade de France for the Nations League match against Italy wasn't a complete success, as Les Bleus were held to a 1-1 draw. The team's performance was described as rather lackluster.
There's no time to dwell on the past, as the French team faces Belgium in their final match of this international break, also at the Stade de France, on Monday at 8:45 PM. A press conference with the coach is scheduled for Sunday.
France National Team: All About Les Bleus Before Nations League Match vs. Belgium
Ousmane Dembélé faces pressure to perform after going scoreless in his last three appearances for the national team. Coach Zinédine Zidane has publicly supported the player, highlighting his positive impact on the game. Dembélé expressed confidence in his ability to change the narrative in the upcoming match against Belgium.
The French squad focused on recovery on Saturday. Players who started the previous match against Italy engaged in post-game recovery protocols. Others participated in on-field training sessions. This followed a 1-1 draw against Italy, a game where the team's performance was noted as uninspired.
The team's next fixture is against Belgium, taking place at the Stade de France. A press conference with coach Zinédine Zidane is scheduled before the match.
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