Why Konaté is Key: France's Defensive Shuffle Without Saliba
With Saliba injured, Konaté set to start for France vs Côte d'Ivoire on Thursday. Deschamps unconcerned, but Liverpool man's form under scrutiny.
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With Saliba injured, Konaté set to start for France vs Côte d'Ivoire on Thursday. Deschamps unconcerned, but Liverpool man's form under scrutiny.
With Saliba injured (back), Konaté auditions for France against Ivory Coast. Deschamps downplays concern; Konaté's club form raises questions.
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Monaco agree deal with Filipe Luis as new coach, replacing Sébastien Pocognoli. The ex-Flamengo boss won 5 trophies including Copa Libertadores 2025.
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