As he had announced, Didier Deschamps should take advantage of the second and last match of the rally, this Tuesday against South Africa, to continue his squad review. As a result, Jonathan Clauss and William Saliba could experience their first tenure with the tricolor jersey this Tuesday evening, against South Africa. The two defenders took part in training as normal on Monday at the Stade Pierre-Mauroy. They appeared in the supposed team of holders during a ten against ten opposition of about twenty minutes split into two halves.
Raphaël Varane, recovered from his foot injury, should also start, just like Presnel Kimpembe. The Manchester United defender will wear the captain’s armband in the absence of Hugo Lloris who will give way to Mike Maignan in the cage.
Giroud and Ben Yedder in balance
Lucas Digne is tipped to replace Théo Hernandez in the left lane of a system still in 3-5-2, with a midfield composed of Adrien Rabiot and N’Golo Kanté, if we are to believe the last update. square. The Chelsea midfielder is back after having to leave the rally for personal reasons. Paul Pogba and Aurélien Tchouameni are uncertain, they did not take part in the session on Monday. The first, hit in the left foot, trained separately. The second has been feverish since Sunday. “We will take stock with the staff for their participation,” said the coach at a press conference.
Finally, to support Antoine Griezmann and Kylian Mbappé in attack, who no longer suffers from his ENT infection, Didier Deschamps maintained the suspense during the last session. Olivier Giroud and Wissam Ben Yedder should fight for the last place. Moussa Diaby and Christopher Nkunku are the other options.
The probable composition of the Blues against South Africa: Maignan – Saliba, Varane (cap.), Kimpembe – Clauss, Kanté, Rabiot, Digne – Griezmann – Mbappé, Giroud (or Ben Yedder).
