For a subject that is “not sensitive”, as Didier Deschamps assured on Monday, the succession of Hugo Lloris as captain of the France team will have occupied a good part of the week. Because Antoine Griezmann didn’t live very well not to be chosen by the coach, given his experience and his relationship with him. But there was no question of letting the situation rot in group life, so Kylian Mbappé, who knew of his eldest’s frustration, took the lead and provoked a discussion with him, reports The Team this Thursday.
First captain’s conference this Thursday
The exchange took place on Tuesday, when Deschamps formalized his choice with the media. According to the daily, Mbappé assured Grizou that he “understood his disappointment, but that he was counting on him”. Le Parisien intends to leave room for the most experienced players in the group, who will be able to express themselves as they have always done in the locker room. This concerns Griezmann, but also Olivier Giroud or, if he ever returns, Paul Pogba. The Blues need several engines if they want to keep moving forward.
While waiting to find out if the discussion has had its effect, Kylian Mbappé will deliver his first press conference as captain this Thursday afternoon (5:30 p.m.). We don’t know why, but we imagine that the Stade de France amphitheater will be a little fuller than usual for a match watch conference.