Zidane gave information about Mbappe, Tchoumeni and Benjamin

Zidane gave information about Mbappe, Tchoumeni and Benjamin

According to Mundodeportivo.

Background

Zidane has made Kylian Mbappe the captain of his first team, who will play an important role for France. Orleen Tchoumeni has not been included in the squad, highlighting the need to improve his fitness and spend time at the club. This decision of Zidane is an attempt to give opportunity to young players and give a new direction to the team.

Why it matters

Zidane's first team announcement has had a significant impact on the future of France's football. Making Kylian Mbappe the captain is a big step, which will encourage young talent in the team. It will also strengthen France's competitiveness in the Nations League, where they have to face teams like Türkiye, Belgium and Italy.

Key points

• Zidane gave information about Mbappe, Tchoumeni and Benjamin.
• Zidane named Kylian Mbappe as captain in his first list and did not include Tchoumeni and Benjamin.
• Zidane explains about Mbappé, Tchouameni and Benzema.

Zinedine Zidane, who recently took over as the new France coach, announced his first team on Friday. The squad is in place for the opening four matches of the upcoming Nations League, with the first match being against Turkey on September 25. On this occasion, Zidane declared Kylian Mbappe as the captain of the team.

Zidane's first list also includes five new players, including Esteban Lepaul (Rennes), Lucas da Cunha (Como), Guillaume Restes (Toulouse) and defenders Jeremy Jacquet (Liverpool) and Andy Diouf (Inter). Zidane believes that these young talents are vital to the future of French football.

In this new team, France, which finished fourth in the last World Cup and is the world champion of 1998 and 2018, has to play twice against Belgium (away on September 28 and at home on October 5) and also against Italy on October 2.

Zidane also explained in the press conference why he did not choose Real Madrid player and young midfielder Orlin Tchoumeni. "Tchoumeni has only started once recently and it would be better for him to stay in Madrid for his recovery," he said.

Many questions from the press revolved around Mbappe. Zidane avoided questions with political context, saying: "This is a wrong debate. I will treat Mbappé like any other player." He also said that he can see the youngster playing in all three attacking positions, but he likes playing on the left the most.

Zidane also confirmed that N'Golo Kante (35 years old) and Karim Benjamin (38 years old) will no longer be part of the squad. "I've had a wonderful time with Kante and Benjamin in my career. But now I need more young players," he said. Zidane has also expressed his confidence in the new players of his team.

This first list by Zidane shows that he is committed to developing young talent and trying to strengthen the future of French football.

What will happen next

The France team will play its first Nations League match against Türkiye on 25 September. It is important to include young players and leave out experienced players in Zidane's strategy. In the upcoming matches, the focus will be on Mbappe's captaincy and Zidane's coaching style.

Frequently Asked Questions

What did Zidane say about Mbappe?

Zidan said he would treat Mbappe in the same manner as any other player and could see him playing in all three attacking positions, but he would like to play on the left most.

Which new players did Zidane include in his first team?

Zidane has included Esteban Lepaul, Lucas da Cunha, Guillaume Restes, Jeremy Jacquet and Andy Diouf in his first team.

Why didn't Zidane choose Tchoumeni in the team?

Zidane said Tchoumeni has started only once recently and it would be better for him to stay in Madrid for his recovery.

When did Zidane announce his first team?

Zidane announced his first team on Friday.

Which players are no longer part of Zidane's team?

Zidane confirmed that N'Golo Kante and Karim Benjamin will no longer be part of the squad.

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