Didier Deschamps stays his course. Despite the prestige of the poster, the form of the opponent and a first place to be obtained with a victory by two goals, the coach of the French team should remain faithful to his logic of reoxygenation and largely do turn, this Sunday, November 17 in Milan, against Italy (8:45 p.m.). Seven changes are expected from the team which conceded a sad draw against Israel on Thursday (0-0).
Konaté captain, the 50th for Digne?
Against the Blue teamfirst in the group (4 wins, 1 draw), the Blues should play in 4-2-3-1. In defense, William Saliba is expected to be lined up alongside Ibrahima Konaté, who should wear the armband, with N'Golo Kanté starting on the bench. Hit in the knee, Théo Hernandez trained indoors this Saturday – just like Jonathan Clauss. He should be replaced by Lucas Digne, on the left side, who will celebrate his 50th selection.
Nkunku in support of Thuram?
In midfield, a new double pivot should be aligned, composed of Adrien Rabiot, probably back as starter after the Euro, and Manu Koné. Concerning the offensive quartet, only Michaël Olise should continue, on the right side. He would be accompanied by Christopher Nkunku, in No. 10, Kinglsey Coman, left, and Marcus Thuram. The Inter Milan striker is expected to play up front in his stadium.
The probable compositions
ITALY : Donnarumma (cap) – Cambiaso, Di Lorenzo, Buongiorno, Bastoni, Di Marco – Frattesi, Locatelli, Tonali – Barella, Retegui (ou Kean).
Remplaçants: Meret, Vicario – Comuzzo, Gatti, Okoli, Savona, Udogie, Pisilli, Rovella, Kean (ou Retegui), Maldini, Raspadori.
Selector : Luciano Spalletti.
France : Maignan – Kounde, Conate (cap), Saliba, Digne – Kone, Rabiot – Olise, Nkunku, Coman – Thuram.
Substitutes: Samba, Chevalier – Clauss, Pavard, Upamecano, Théo Hernandez, Kanté, Guendouzi, Zaire-Emery, Barcola, Kolo Muani. Absent: Camavinga (suspended).
Selector : Didier Deschamps.
