(sabasports report) France are about to play Scotland in an international friendly. In his pre-match press conference, France coach Didier Deschamps touched on the topic of Kylian Mbappe, Olivier Giroud and other players. Deschamps said there was no pressure to use Mbappe and that Giroud was experienced and effective.
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Deschamps: “Mbappe can play. Everyone on the team has been through an intensive schedule. I don’t have any pressure on Mbappe’s use. I have spoken to some clubs but they have not put any pressure on it. I will analyze every situation on the team. How long Mbappe will play, I will decide tomorrow. He’s doing well, he’s in top form, he’s got a smile on his face. Scotland are a good team. My hope is to manage the playing time of the players in the team and try not to cause them discomfort.”
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“Will Giroud start? He can play. He has a lot of experience in big games and is very efficient in the game. I have Muani and Markus Thuram in the centre and I need to use those three players properly.”