12-12-2022, 00:42
France weren't a "little" depleted though... they were without Konte, Benzema, Fernandez, Pogba, Nkunku and Kimpende. They are still a good side though, and even younger than England but the likes of Dembele, Hernandez, Rabiot and Upamecano in particular had terrible games. Mbappe was anonymous apart from one phase where he absolutely smoked Walker. Giroud is no spring chicken but he is still playing to a high standard in Italy, i enjoy watching him in Seria A. I actually think Deschamps is a bit like Southgate at times, too cautious, and at times it can allow France to lose focus.
France gave away 2 penalties, one of which was mad and the other complete insanity. They were close to giving away 3. No doubt they were horrendous last night, but they have been excellent elsewhere and i expect them to make the final.
I remember both me and devongone pointing out Southgates deficiencies after the Euros in particular Pickford but it seems nothing has changed - just coming back stronger for the next one.
France gave away 2 penalties, one of which was mad and the other complete insanity. They were close to giving away 3. No doubt they were horrendous last night, but they have been excellent elsewhere and i expect them to make the final.
I remember both me and devongone pointing out Southgates deficiencies after the Euros in particular Pickford but it seems nothing has changed - just coming back stronger for the next one.