Keys to the Miracle of France

France advance to semi-finals, setting historic recordNever before has the choice gone so far without scoring a single goal in the game and without conceding a single oneOf the three goals they scored, two were own goals (Austria and Belgium) and third penalty against Poland in the last game of the group stage. The goal in the goal was also a penalty, which was converted by Lewandowski. She failed to finish first in the group, although she was the favorite after winning the first match against Austria and drawing the other two. They only managed to win two games in regulation time, the first and against Belgium in the round of 16, although they did overcome their special overtime and penalty shootout period.. Since beating Italy in extra time in 2000, they have always fallen: they lost on penalties to Italy in the 2006 World Cup, they lost in the Euro final in extra time to Portugal in 2016, and in the round of 16 to Switzerland in 2021. penalties and the World Cup final against Argentina in Qatar will also go to penalties.

However, France has something that explains its miracle, and perhaps it is not so new, because the reality is that it has long been difficult to conquer.In fact, they haven’t lost a game in regulation time since 2014, when they lost 1-0 to Germany in the World Cup round of 16. And again, although it may never have been so exaggerated, France are once again in the last stages. He also did not fall in love with his game in Doha and was going to win the World Championship.To explain the miracle of France, it is best to look back:

Menyan, leader and guard

Lloris, the captain of the last decade, has gone, but France have a replacement. Maignan is in one of Deschamps’ key people. He made important saves in almost every game. At 28, he has become one of the best goalkeepers in the world. He has played 42 matches for Milan this season. He made his debut for the French national team in 2020 and has played 20 games since then, which has helped him become an undisputed starter. He prevented two clear goals for Portugal, the most accurate being a low shot from Bruno Fernandes and a point-blank shot from Bernardo Silva.He gets up well, plays well with his feet and gives confidence to others: “I am happy, it was not an easy game. We were strong and made it difficult for them. We got to the end with our mental strength. We did not waver in the penalty shootout.”.

Saliba, a top-class central defender

The center of France’s defense is the wall. Saliba stands out above all, and has proven himself to be one of the best in his position at the moment.. The Arsenal centre-back confirmed in France his superb season for Arsenal, which saw him voted the Premier League’s best centre-back. In France, he is already being looked at as Varane’s successor. But Deschamps He also managed to restore Upamecano after the doubts that existed at the start of the Euros following a disappointing year at Bayern..

Kounde and Theo: Two full-backs who defend and attack well

The Barcelona defender also had a less than ideal season at Barca, and in France he has always faced criticism for his work as a right-back. However, delivers more than this euro. Very safe from behind and with presence on topWhat could be more surprising in Teo than in Milan? He had acquired much greater tactical acumen and although he was capable of breaking through enemy lines with his gallop, they rarely caught him in the back..

Chouameni and Kante, muscles and football

Kante arrived at the last minute and earned his position. He plays higher, having left Tchouameni’s central half-position.. The Al-Ittihad player confirmed that he is experiencing a second youth. No one expects such a physical demonstration from him. Chouameni has certainly gone from less to more. He was unable to play the first game due to injury, but he is showing excellent performance in the center. not only for his defensive abilities, but also for his way of managing the team and his long movements.