"The most talented, yes. The strongest, not yet. The one with the most potential, yes. It is infinite. In all positions, we have players who are starters for the best clubs in the world. But as a team, we are not stronger than the team that was world champion in 2018, or than the one that made the final in 2022."
"They know where they are and they also know that they deserve it, with the humility of coming to the national team. But they didn't steal the place from anyone. If the coach, at 2 pm on Thursday, said their name, it was because they showed people that they were good enough for a place. And it's good for a squad. They bring enthusiasm, freshness. They push the elder players."
The current France squad ranks as the most talented of recent teams while not yet stronger collectively than the 2018 World Cup winners or the 2022 finalists. Starters occupy roles at top clubs across all positions, creating extensive potential. A new generation—including Barcola, Désiré Doué, Rayan Cherki, Malo Gusto and Warren Zaire-Emery—is emerging, bringing enthusiasm, freshness and internal competition that pushes senior players. Several veterans such as Raphael Varane, Antoine Griezmann and Olivier Giroud have retired from international football, while Paul Pogba is attempting a relaunch at Monaco. Team ambition and cohesion will determine whether potential translates into the best team.
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