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"Zidane va se heurter au même problème que Deschamps quand il faudra mettre un joueur sur le banc", Florent Gautreau émet des doutes sur une "révolution" en Bleus sous ZZ – 23/09

Sep 23, 2026 · 11m

Summary

This episode of L'After Foot begins with a discussion on the rising costs of amateur football licenses in France, comparing them to rugby and addressing concerns about accessibility for families. The conversation then shifts to the French national team under new coach Zinedine Zidane, analyzing his tactical choices, such as the 4-3-3 formation and the positioning of key players like Kylian Mbappé and Ousmane Dembélé. The hosts debate the team's midfield structure, the role of new signings, and the challenges of balancing offensive talent with defensive responsibilities.

Topics discussed

FC 27 Grounds Club mode availability Introduction of guests and RMC After show Debate on Ligue 1 match scheduling Cost of youth football licenses in France Comparison of license fees in Italy and France Rising costs and volunteer shortages in amateur clubs Transition to France national team discussion Rugby license costs and return to Zidane topic Analysis of France's 4-3-3 formation and excitement Tactical weaknesses: Koundé and goalkeeper issues Debate on Rabiot's role as a defensive midfielder Modern football systems and player positioning Managing the offensive overload and bench decisions Critique of performance against Spain Mbappé's position and defensive responsibilities Midfield structure: Rabiot, Koné, and Dacuna Cherki as the future number 10 and Olysee's role Final thoughts on Olysee and closing remarks
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