Adrien Rabiot discusses role in France's World Cup preparations

The Guardian Sport1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 4:01 AM

Last updated Jun 15, 2026

Adrien Rabiot discusses role in France's World Cup preparations
Summary

Adrien Rabiot addressed the changes in France's approach for the upcoming World Cup, indicating a more attacking style. He stated that the team possesses significant attacking talent, noting contributions from both starters and substitutes. Rabiot emphasized the importance of each player's role in maintaining balance within the squad. Meanwhile, teammates Lucas Hernández and Rayan Cherki echoed his sentiments, with Hernández calling France's attack the best in the world. The French team aims for a strong showing under coach Didier Deschamps as they prepare for the tournament this summer.

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  • Rabiot highlights a more attacking France for the World Cup.
  • Hernández claims France has the best attack in the world.
  • Cherki discusses expectations of dominating opponents.
  • The team has depth with strong threats from the bench.
  • Focus on balancing roles as a key component in strategy.
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The midfielder on providing the balance to allow attacking stars to shine and wanting a fitting World Cup sign-off for Deschamps France will look a little different this summer. “Naturally, it seems a bit more attacking than usual,” Adrien Rabiot says. “I think it is good because we have the players for it.” Lucas Hernández adds that France have “the best attack in the world” and Rayan Cherki talks about “crushing” opponents at the World Cup. Rabiot says: “I think that we have one of the most well-equipped teams in an attacking sense. We have real threats from the start but also from the bench and that is very important in a World Cup … it is great to have all of this quality.” If France seem more attacking, it is because they are. Continue reading...

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