France's Adrien Rabiot has expressed optimism that his underperforming teammates, Kylian Mbappé and Antoine Griezmann, can regain their form as Les Bleus prepare to face Spain in the Euro 2024 semifinal.
Despite their struggles in front of goal, with only three goals scored in five matches, Rabiot emphasized the importance of team spirit and unity in achieving success. He acknowledged the challenges faced by Mbappé and Griezmann, attributing their performances to potential physical limitations and injury concerns.
Rabiot highlighted the team's unwavering support for the duo, recognizing their ability to influence games positively. While acknowledging Griezmann's recent dip in form as surprising, Rabiot reiterated the team's confidence in the forward's capabilities.
France's defensive solidity, conceding just one goal in the tournament, has contrasted with their attacking struggles, leading to criticisms of their style of play. However, coach Didier Deschamps defended his team's results and resilience, dismissing suggestions of boring football.
As France prepares to face an impressive Spain side in the semifinal, Deschamps praised their opponents' performances and highlighted the contributions of key players like Rodri and the wide duo of Lamine Yamal and Nico Williams.
Rabiot acknowledged the threat posed by Spain's young talents, urging his team to apply pressure and disrupt their rhythm in the crucial semifinal clash. With a spot in the final at stake, Rabiot emphasized the need for a collective effort to overcome Spain and advance in the tournament.
