Robin Risser: From Ligue 2 to World Cup in One Year
Robin Risser, 21, went from Ligue 2 to France's World Cup squad as third keeper after a breakout season with Lens. Deschamps and Mbappé briefed him on his role.
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Robin Risser, 21, went from Ligue 2 to France's World Cup squad as third keeper after a breakout season with Lens. Deschamps and Mbappé briefed him on his role.
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