Didier Deschamps is right in his boots. After Thursday night’s purge against Israel (0-0)At the press conference, he made it clear that his France team will be reshaped for Sunday’s match against Italy (20:45). The intention is to see more of the world. As it has been since last September, even if it goes to ” against collective expression “he will be reviewing his squad. At least, that’s the way things look after Saturday night’s closed-door match at a fog-shrouded San Siro stadium.

For the Italian challenge, Les Bleus’ coach is likely to propose a 4-2-3-1 formation with Thuram up front, Coman on the left, Olise on the right and Nkunku in support, according to the French press. L’Équipe and Le Parisien . In midfield, the Rabiot-Koné duo is expected. Out go Kolo Muani, Zaïre Emery, Kanté, Camavinga (suspended) and Barcola. In defense, Digne and Koundé could occupy the flanks with a Konaté-Saliba hinge, ahead of Maignan, who remains faithful to his position.

Les Bleus’ probable line-up
Maignan – Koundé, Konaté, Saliba, Digne – Koné, Rabiot – Olise, Nkunku, Coman – Thuram