France boss Didier Deschamps mentioned his future after seeing his staff overwhelmed on penalties by Argentina within the 2022 World Cup ultimate.
- France lose World Cup ultimate
- Overwhelmed on penalties by Argentina
- Deschamps uncertain of future
WHAT HAPPENED: France did not efficiently defend their World Cup title after being overwhelmed on penalties in Sunday’s ultimate in Qatar. Les Bleus battled again from 2-0 right down to drive additional time, which ended 3-3. Nevertheless, Argentina ran out 4-2 winners within the shootout, leaving Deschamps to confess he wants to consider his future and whether or not he’ll proceed as supervisor.
WHAT THEY SAID: “Even when we would received, I would not reply to that query tonight. I am unhappy for my gamers and employees…I am going to have a gathering with the president originally of subsequent 12 months and then you definately’ll discover out,” he advised reporters. “The squad has been dealing with a difficult scenario…perhaps that had a bodily and psychological influence. However I had no issues concerning the gamers who began. They have been 100% match however we solely had 4 days for the reason that final match so maybe there may be some tiredness.”
THE BIGGER PICTURE: Deschamps has led France to back-to-back World Cup finals however his contract expired after the event in Qatar. President Emmanuel Macron has already referred to as on the French FA handy the supervisor a brand new deal however it appears Deschamps has but to determine if he desires to proceed within the function.
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WHAT NEXT FOR FRANCE? Les Bleus return to motion in March once they tackle the Netherlands in qualifying for Euro 2024.