In a strategic move, France’s national football team has called up promising talent Michael Olise for their crucial Nations League clashes against Israel and Belgium. With superstars Kylian Mbappé and Antoine Griezmann absent, Olise is set to make his mark following his debut last month as Coach Didier Deschamps seeks to bolster the squad’s strength in pursuit of topping Group A2.
France’s decision to include the dynamic 22-year-old midfielder comes as a response to Mbappé’s recent injury woes. The Real Madrid forward, who has become a linchpin for the national side, is sidelined after sustaining a muscle injury during a Champions League encounter against Lille. Although the injury is not deemed serious, Deschamps has opted for caution, ruling him out of this crucial selection. ‘Kylian’s injury isn’t serious, but caution is needed, so he isn’t on the list,’ the coach commented.
Following a stellar performance in recent matches against Italy and Belgium, Olise steps into the spotlight to fill the void left by Griezmann, who has decided to hang up his international boots. Furthermore, in a welcome boost for the squad, Chelsea striker Christopher Nkunku makes his return after a lengthy absence of over a year.
With France currently trailing Italy by three points in Group A2, the pressure is on as they gear up for their fixtures. The first clash sees them face Israel in Budapest on October 10, followed closely by a showdown against Belgium in Brussels. The stage is set for Olise to cement his place as a key player for Les Bleus as they aim for glory.
