Philippe Diallo sees the French men’s team “as an outsider” ahead of its Olympic final against Spain

The French men’s team qualified for the Olympic final after their 3-1 victory against Egypt on Monday.

“We will arrive in this final as an outsider to win this gold medal”estimated the president of the French Football Federation (FFF), Philippe Diallo, on franceinfo on Tuesday August 6, three days before the Olympic football final between the French team and Spain.

“I know that Thierry Henry [le selectionneur] and his entire team will do their utmost against a Spanish team that today dominates world football.he assured. After all the difficulties in putting together his group, Thierry has made it a real team, very united, which never gives up.”

“In the face of adversity, all players are united”he continued, pointing out in particular the state of mind of the French in the semi-final against Egypt (3-1, after extra time). “Now the goal is to find the most beautiful metals.”

“When I decided to appoint Thierry Henry to head this selection, some people were poutinghe also said. I never doubted, we were always on the same wavelength. Those who are not in this group must perhaps regret it a little today.”