The hour is drawing near and the tension is mounting. Two days later, France will play England in a World Cup quarter-final that promises to be as hesitant as it is tense. Meanwhile, the Blues continued their preparations for a quiet practice session behind closed doors.
Mbappe returned to training
The man everyone is talking about is back. And his absence will not last very long. Released from training for the Blues on Tuesday night – he recuperated indoors while his teammates trained outdoors in Doha – the tournament’s top scorer (5 goals) Kylian Mbappé returned for an afternoon training session held behind closed doors on Wednesday afternoon.
A good omen three days before the Blues quarter-final against England. “Of course, I have encouraging news,” laughed even his teammate Ibrahima Konate, who came to the press conference. Yesterday (Tuesday) I recovered a little after a day’s rest. He stayed in the room. Nothing to worry about and argue about. »
Rabiot, age of reason
At a press conference, the former PSG midfielder offered a very pleasant exchange to the journalists present in Doha. He spoke about his past at Blue, including his refusal to be a “reserve” in 2018, his relationship with Didier Deschamps, and his current form. Rabiot, an Imperial since the start of this World Cup, considers himself “by far the best period of his career”. “It’s true that I’m having a very good time in football,” he confirms. Whether it’s at Juventus or at this World Cup. This is also due to the fact that I grew up, matured, that my football has also grown. “He will be easy again for France against England on Saturday.
Konate is impressed with Mbappe
Also in front of the microphones, the Liverpool defender spoke highly of the Blues star Kylian Mbappe. “He’s impressive. But I’m not surprised. Year after year, he develops and gets better. I don’t know where it will stop. His strength, calmness, technique and speed are impressive.”
jersey for the record
A little holiday for the blues. After scoring Poland (3:1), Olivier Giroud became the top scorer in the history of the French team. To celebrate this occasion, a small protocol was planned before the French group’s dinner this Wednesday in Doha. The President of the French Football Federation came to personally present him with 52 flocked jerseys in honor of his number of goals. “I am very flattered, you have an exemplary career. You are a typical example of a person who is constantly struggling with dignity,” said Noel Le Grae. Everyone is in a collective good mood, as the whole group applauded him warmly in the company of Didier Deschamps, smiling.
Walker, not even scared
From the English side, we are also calmly preparing for this match. Passing in front of the media, right side Kyle Walker spoke about his upcoming clash with Kylian Mbappe. “I have already met him several times. He lived with me difficult matches (…) I understand what I have to do to stop him. Easier said than done, but I don’t underestimate myself,” explained the Manchester City defender, who has gotten the better of Bondy’s crack in the past. “You have to respect him, but not too much. It’s not England vs Mbappe, it’s England vs France. I’m not going to roll out the red carpet for him and tell him to score. This is the World Cup, it’s a matter of life and death. »
Source: Le Parisien
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