Euro 2024: N’Golo Kanté as a surprise to the chef, Barcola for a first... Here is Didier Deschamps’ list

\n\nThe national coach, Didier Deschamps, delivered his list of players selected for theEuro 2024. Everyone has their own point of view, but our eyes were particularly focused on two surprises from this selection. Namely, the unexpected presence of N’Golo Kanté and a first for Thomas Barcola. \n\n

N’Golo Kanté, the chef’s surprise

\n\nFirstly, let's start with the Chelsea maestro, N’Golo Kanté, who was awarded a place in the final group for Euro 2024. \n\nN'Golo Kanté, voted best player in the FIFA world in 2021, has had a difficult season since his last consecration. Many rumors were circulating about his exclusion from the group for Euro 2024. However, Didier Deschamps supports Kanté by retaining him for this competition.\n\nThe presence of N'Golo in midfield is a guarantee of solidity and stability for the France team. His ability to recover balls and turn them into scoring opportunities is a real asset for the team.\n\n

Thomas Barcola for a first

\n\nEuro 2024 will also be the occasion of a first for the young goalkeeper of the Girondins de Bordeaux, Thomas Barcola. Indeed, Didier Deschamps created a surprise by including it in his list for this big event.\n\nIn the absence of Alphonse Areola, unavailable following an injury, Barcola managed to find his way among the best. He was noticed this season for his exceptional performances with Bordeaux, which probably motivated Didier Deschamps to give him a chance.\n\nThis is an exceptional opportunity for the young goalkeeper to gain international experience and make a name for himself on the international scene.\n\n

Conclusion

\n\nWith such surprises, it is clear that Didier Deschamps took risks for this Euro 2024. We can only hope that these bold choices will prove successful in the competition. For N’Golo Kanté and Thomas Barcola, this represents not only recognition, but also enormous pressure. There is no doubt that they will give the best of themselves to leave their mark on this Euro. \n\n