The French national football team suffered a 1-2 defeat against Ivory Coast in a friendly match preparing for the 2026 World Cup, which will be held in North America from June 11 to July 19. Rayan Cherki put the Blues ahead, but the Ivorians came back with goals from Guéla Doué and Amad Diallo, leaving doubts in the French defensive system.
Tactical Analysis: Defensive Fragility Exposed ⚽
France's formation showed mismatches in pressing after the initial goal. The defensive line, pushed forward without coordination, allowed spaces that Ivory Coast exploited in quick transitions. The double pivot failed to filter passes into space, and the full-backs were exposed on crosses from the wings. Cherki created danger in attack, but the lack of balance cost the comeback.
The French National Team and Their New Hobby: Giving Away Advantages 😅
It seems France found a hobby before the World Cup: letting the opponent come back. First it was Argentina, now Ivory Coast. If they keep this up, they might even lose to an amateur team in a FIFA tournament. At least Cherki had some fun. The Ivorians, for their part, are already thinking about asking for a friendly against a robot team to secure another victory.