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Not really satisfied with the performance of his troops during the first two matches, Thierry Henry made numerous changes to his eleven.
The French U21 team scored a clean sweep in its first two matches of the Olympics. It beat the United States (3-0) and then Guinea (1-0). However, the manner left something to be desired. And that is why Thierry Henry, its coach, decided to make numerous changes to the starting team for the duel against New Zealand.
The coach, who is also keen to rest the key players ahead of the quarter-finals, has fielded Rayan Cherki for the first time. The Lyon player, who has still not joined Dortmund, will play in his preferred position: playmaker.
First for Cherki
In attack, the promising Désiré Doué will also benefit from his first start. He will be associated with Arnaud Kalimuendo. Lacazette, Mateta and Olise are all left on the bench.
In midfield, Lepenant took Kone’s place as a sentinel. Maghnes Akliouche and Diouf will play in more advanced relay positions.
Blueberries with a new face
Behind, Locko will also discover the pressure of playing from the start by relieving Adrien Truffert. Captain Lukeba is kept in the axis, while Magassa is thrown into the deep end by Henry. Matsima, for his part, will occupy the right flank. In goal, the excellent Guillaume Restes will continue.
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