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Eduardo Camavinga earns France call-up under Zinedine Zidane

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Last updated Sep 27, 2026

Eduardo Camavinga earns France call-up under Zinedine Zidane
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Real Madrid's Eduardo Camavinga has received a surprise call-up to France’s national team for the first time under manager Zinedine Zidane. Struggling for minutes at club level this season, Camavinga’s inclusion comes after Aurelien Tchouameni's injury. Zidane has emphasized a shift in midfield tactics, seeking players capable of dictating tempo. In his first appearance during the international break, Camavinga made a notable impact in a match against Turkiye, showcasing ball control and calmness in the midfield.

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  • •Camavinga has struggled for regular minutes at Real Madrid this season.
  • •Zidane admires Camavinga's profile for France's midfield needs.
  • •The midfielder previously missed out on Deschamps' World Cup squad.
  • •His call-up follows Tchouameni's injury, creating an opportunity.
  • •Camavinga impressed during his introduction against Turkiye.
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  • 11:15 AMYahoo Sports — Real Madrid midfielder with a surprise call-up is rated highly by Zinedine Zidane – report
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Eduardo Camavinga has endured a difficult start to the season at Real Madrid, struggling for regular minutes under Jose Mourinho.However, the French midfielder received an unexpected boost during the ...

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