He left his place to Mike Maignan in goal for the French team, Hugo Lloris is experiencing his first major competition in the shoes of a spectator and in this role, he can only appreciate the performances of his successor.
Les Bleus are not at their best in the offensive sector during this Euro. Two goals including only one goal scored in open play, an own goal… it’s meager. Despite this, they can rely on a good defense, one of the best in the tournament. Only one goal conceded, on penalty in addition, which leaves France with the second best defense of the Euro behind Spain.
This defensive solidity is brought about by the performances in the cages of Mike Maignan, former LOSC goalkeeper, and his collaboration with his defense. This Euro 2024 is the first major competition that the former LOSC goalkeeper will start as the number 1 goalkeeper of the France team. In an interview with the team, his predecessor, Hugo Lloris, spoke of the performances of his successor. He did not hesitate to praise them: “I’m not at all surprised that he’s playing at this level. He’s the symbol of this team today, being ultra-solid, like the defense and the midfield. He exudes a lot of serenity, has a lot of personality. On Lewandowski’s penalty, I experienced that and I also think that the rule should change to make it fairer. Lewandowski stops two or three times in his run and it’s very complicated for the goalkeeper to stay with one foot on the line.”he confided.
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