France’s Adrien Rabiot: ‘We all have a role. You have to be humble with that’

TL;DR

France is set to play with a more attacking style in the World Cup, featuring a strong group of forwards.
Adrien Rabiot emphasizes his role in providing balance and supporting the attacking players, stating "we all have a role" and "you have to be humble about that."
The team aims to be less predictable and more fluid in attack, with a focus on players expressing their talent.
Rabiot discusses the importance of modern football requiring the whole team to defend and attack, with midfielders acting as a link between defense and attack.
The squad is described as having "freshness, technique, enthusiasm," and enjoying their time together, which is crucial for a long competition.
Rabiot expresses a desire for victory in the World Cup as a "beautiful homage" to manager Didier Deschamps, who will depart after the tournament.
Rabiot reflects on the team's recent successes, suggesting that people in France may not fully appreciate their achievements, unlike those abroad.
The article contrasts Deschamps' focus on "substance over style" with Rabiot's role as a facilitator for the attackers.

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