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Deschamps hopes France’s ‘capacity for danger’ continues in Sweden World Cup test

‘We’ve been labelled as favourites … we are confident’

Deschamps hopes France’s ‘capacity for danger’ continues in Sweden World Cup test

TL;DR

  • Didier Deschamps wants France to keep their attacking approach, highlighting their 'capacity for danger'.
  • Deschamps returned to the squad after compassionate leave following his mother's death and was touched by his team's support.
  • France scored 10 goals in the group stage but Deschamps acknowledges they conceded too many opportunities.
  • Deschamps described Sweden as a 'solid' team with world-class forwards and noted their physicality.
  • Marcus Thuram is unavailable for the Sweden match due to a minor muscular issue; N'Golo Kanté may be fit for the bench.
  • William Saliba is being managed for a back injury but is expected to play.
  • Graham Potter believes Sweden must 'play the game of our lives' to stand a chance against France.
  • Alexander Hien is out for Sweden with a hamstring strain.
  • Potter emphasized Sweden's togetherness as their biggest strength.