France – Chile: probable line-ups

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The French team in search of redemption. Last Saturday, Kylian Mbappé's partners suffered the law of a Germany that was nevertheless predicted to be in decline. A 2-0 defeat in the Lyon stadium which could cost some dearly. Because Didier Deschamps confirmed it at a press conference: no question of changing plans. The coach will make a turnover.

“Yes, it won’t be the same players, but they will be there. (…) One of my objectives was to see as many players as possible again in these two matches. It's not because the result was negative that I'm going to reconsider my vision. I think now is the time to do this in terms of what lies ahead. To protect players, do not take risks. » Unsurprisingly, many changes to the starting lineup will therefore be made this evening against Chile.

A largely revised French eleven

DD would start with a 4-3-3 with Mike Maignan in goal. In front of him, a completely overhauled defense with Jonathan Clauss, William Saliba, Ibrahim Konaté and Théo Hernandez. In the middle, Aurélien Tchouaméni would keep his place and should be lined up alongside Eduardo Camavinga and Youssouf Fofana. Finally, the French attack should be composed of captain Kylian Mbappé and the duo Olivier Giroud and Randal Kolo Muani.

For its part, Chile should line up a 4-2-3-1 similar to that used in Albania. The last bastion of Real Betis, Claudio Bravo is expected to start this meeting. He would then be protected by a four-man defense composed of Gabriel Suazo, Igor Lichnovsky, Paulo Diaz and Mauricio Isla. In the midfield, Marcelino Nunez and Rodrigo Echeverria would form the double pivot while Victor Davilla, Alexis Sanchez and Darío Osorio are expected to support Eduardo Vargas, alone up front.

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