Adelinho, pas inquiet sur la possible non-titularisation de Dembelé, surtout avec 4 matchs à jouer pendant cette trêve – 27/09
Summary
L'After Foot analyzes the France national team's upcoming match against Belgium, focusing on Zinedine Zidane's tactical choices and squad rotation. The hosts debate whether Ousmane Dembélé should start as a false nine in Kylian Mbappé's absence, noting that Zidane prioritizes testing new options like Barcola and Doué during these Nations League fixtures. A caller argues that Dembélé's age and physical reliability make him less suitable for a long-term future role compared to emerging talents.
Topics discussed
Sponsorship and introduction to RMC After Foot
Welcome to the show and introduction of the debate
Caller Adéligno joins to discuss Dembélé's role
Zidane's short squad strategy and Dembélé's age
Dembélé's Ballon d'Or status and future with France
Competition with Mbappé and Ekitike's potential
Tactical options and the 4-3-3 formation
Dembélé's position: starter or bench player
Speculation on pre-planned rotation and rest
Zidane's authority and squad management decisions
Zidane's aura and legitimacy in the locker room
Viewing Nations League matches as preparation
Would Mbappé have started against Belgium?
Symbolic importance of France vs Italy for Zidane
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