France superstars thriving thanks to Deschamps' bold changes
Why Didier Deschamps' changes to personnel and formation could propel 2022 runners-up France to go one better in this World Cup.
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Adrien Rabiot is a French professional footballer who plays as a midfielder.
Aurelien Tchouameni is a French midfielder who plays for Real Madrid.
Dayot Upamecano is a French professional footballer playing as a defender.
Desire Doue is a professional footballer who plays for the French national team.
Didier Deschamps is the head coach of the French national football team, known for leading the team to a World Cup victory.
Hugo Ekitike is a professional football player known for his role as a striker.
Jules Kounde is a French professional footballer known for his defensive skills.
Kylian Mbappe is a French professional footballer known for his speed and scoring ability.
Michael Olise is a 24-year-old French winger.
Ousmane Dembele is a French professional footballer who plays as a winger.
Theo Hernandez is a French professional footballer playing as a left-back.
William Saliba is a French professional footballer who plays as a defender.
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Why Didier Deschamps' changes to personnel and formation could propel 2022 runners-up France to go one better in this World Cup.
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