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[ 2024 European Cup French] Winning the championship is the sole objective of the French team!

France is a traditional powerhouse in European and global football, having won the FIFA World Cup twice in 1998 and 2018, as well as the UEFA European Championship twice in 1984 and 2000. In 2016, they reached the final of the UEFA European Championship held on home soil but narrowly lost to Portugal led by Cristiano Ronaldo. At the 2022 FIFA World Cup, France reached the final again as defending champions but were defeated in a penalty shootout by Lionel Messi's Argentina, finishing as runners-up once more.

With a squad value exceeding €1 billion, France boasts one of the most valuable national teams globally. In the preceding qualifiers, France was grouped with the Netherlands, Greece, Ireland, and Gibraltar. They comfortably topped the group with 7 wins and 1 draw out of 8 matches, securing their place in the main tournament.

Despite the presence of top-tier stars like Virgil van Dijk and Frenkie de Jong, the Netherlands still faces a formidable challenge against France. The French team not only features a luxurious lineup but also strikes a balance between experienced veterans like Antoine Griezmann and Olivier Giroud and rising stars like Kylian Mbappe and Ousmane Dembele.


In midfield, they boast talents like Karim Benzema, who achieved numerous honors with Real Madrid, and the 17-year-old prodigy Zayn Emery from Paris Saint-Germain. Although Mbappe didn't lead Paris Saint-Germain to the coveted UEFA Champions League title this season, his goal-scoring prowess remained impressive, setting a new career high.

It's worth noting that while France's squad strength is undeniable, their conservative tactical approach under Didier Deschamps has drawn criticism. Following their World Cup triumph in 2018, France's tactics remained largely unchanged, relying on a defensive counter-attacking style. Nevertheless, with their current talent pool, aiming for the championship is their sole objective.

Since taking over as head coach in July 2012, Deschamps has revitalized the French national team, drawing on his own tenacity and pragmatism as a player. His practical approach has led to consistent success, as evidenced by reaching the final of the last two FIFA World Cups.

France's squad is packed with talent, particularly along the spine. Upfront, the evergreen Giroud remains a trusted figure. Despite being 37 years old, his pivotal role remains irreplaceable. This season in Serie A, Giroud contributed 14 goals and 8 assists in 32 appearances, leading the team's scoring charts.


Mbappe's individual brilliance is unquestionable, making him the most valuable player in today's football market. Despite speculation about his departure, he still managed to deliver impressive numbers this season, even after Paris Saint-Germain's Champions League disappointment.

France possesses several physically gifted players, but cerebral assets like Griezmann are invaluable. Another key figure is Adrien Rabiot, whose versatility in midfield enriches France's attacking options. Real Madrid's Ferland Mendy and Corentin Tolisso are also versatile assets, with Mendy even being developed as a central defender due to Real Madrid's injury woes. As for Tolisso, the 21-year-old already exudes leadership qualities alongside Luka Modric and Toni Kroos, potentially serving as a breakthrough weapon when needed.

Football standings
R Team
P Pts
1 Liverpool
23 56
2 Arsenal
24 50
3 Forest
24 47
4 Chelsea
24 43
5 Man City
24 41
6 Newcastle
24 41
7 Bournemouth
24 40
8 Aston Villa
24 37
9 Fulham
24 36
10 Brighton
24 34
11 Brentford
24 31
12 Crystal Palace
24 30
13 Man Utd
24 29
14 Tottenham
24 27
15 West Ham
24 27
16 Everton
23 26
17 Wolves
24 19
18 Leicester
24 17
19 Ipswich
24 16
20 Southampton
24 9
NBA standings
Western
Eastern
R Team
W L
1 Oklahoma City Thunder
41 9
2 Memphis Grizzlies
35 16
3 Denver Nuggets
33 19
4 Houston Rockets
32 19
5 Los Angeles Lakers
30 19
6 Minnesota Timberwolves
29 23
7 Los Angeles Clippers
28 23
8 Dallas Mavericks
27 25
9 Phoenix Suns
26 25
10 Sacramento Kings
25 26
11 Golden State Warriors
25 26
12 San Antonio Spurs
22 27
13 Portland Trail Blazers
23 29
14 Utah Jazz
12 38
15 New Orleans Pelicans
12 39