Barcelona defensive ace selected for national team duty despite poor form | Barca Universal
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Barcelona defensive ace selected for national team duty despite poor form | Barca Universal
"Following a string of disappointing performances against strong opponents, Barcelona are desperately in need of a breather. Fortunately, the upcoming November international break could offer Hansi Flick some ample time to reground and rethink their strategies. However, not all the players will be available at the disposal of Flick, one of whom is Jules Kounde. Kounde makes into French team As revealed by France Football, Didier Deschamps has selected Jules Kounde in the French team heading the team's World Cup qualifying campaign."
"Kounde thus becomes the only Barcelona player to get selected for the French national team heading into the November international break. The French international will have a point to prove as well, having struggled with form throughout the course of the campaign. After enjoying his best-ever season at Barcelona last term, there has been a visible drop in Kounde's performances. The former Sevilla defender will hope the international break gives Kounde an ideal platform to prove himself."
Barcelona have produced disappointing results against strong opponents and need a breather. The November international break offers Hansi Flick time to regroup and rethink tactics. Not every player will be available during the break because Jules Koundé has been called up by France for World Cup qualifying. Koundé struggled for form this season after a standout previous campaign. The French call-up places pressure on him amid competition for right-back places. The international fixtures against Azerbaijan and Ukraine present an opportunity for Koundé to rebuild confidence and potentially return to Barcelona in improved form ahead of tough club matches.
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