The year 1986 occupies a special place in the history of French football, as the French team finished third in the World Cup organized in Mexico. It was the first bronze medal for the French in 28 years, since the success in Sweden in 1958.

Four decades later, France aims to open another chapter of history in the World Cup to be held in South America.

The French representative, led by Didier Deschamps and with the 26 players selected, aims to win the third title of world champion, after the triumphs in the years 1998 and 2018.

Part of the French team in the 1986 World Cup was Alain Giresse, who later led Kosovo from 2022 to 2023.

“I think France is a contender to win”, said Giresse.

He emphasized that the French representative has great potential compared to its rivals. others.

“If you compare them with other representatives, there is a real chance that France will become world champions. But, everything will be decided on the field”, he added.

Giresse has also singled out some of the footballers who, in his opinion, could have an important role for France, apart from Kylian Mbappe.

“Michael Olise and Desire Doue are in good shape and can offer the French team what it really needs”, he said. The 73-year-old.

During the period he was in charge of Kosovo, Giresse led the team in 14 games, recording four wins, six draws and four losses.

Source: prizrenpost