June 25th 2024.
In France's recent match against Poland, Ousmane Dembele seemed to struggle to make an impact on the game. This has raised concerns among some football experts, including Frank Lampard, about his role in the French attack. Despite Kylian Mbappe's early goal from a penalty, France was unable to secure a win and instead settled for a 1-1 draw.
As fate would have it, Austria's victory over the Netherlands in the same group meant that they claimed the top spot, leaving France in second place. Though this still secured their spot in the last 16, it was not the result Les Bleus had hoped for. They now face the runners-up of Group E in their next match on July 1st.
During the post-match analysis, Lampard, Alan Shearer, and Gary Lineker all expressed their concerns about France's attack. They noted that despite Mbappe's brilliance, there seems to be a lack of balance and understanding in the team. Dembele's performance on the right side and the addition of Olivier Giroud and Antoine Griezmann did not seem to improve the situation.
Lineker suggested that Giroud may once again be called upon to lead the French attack, as he is a reliable and experienced striker. Dembele, on the other hand, has been praised for his skill and trickery, but there have been moments of frustration with his end product.
Moving forward, France's next opponent will be one of the runners-up from Group E, which includes Romania, Belgium, Slovakia, and Ukraine. Shearer pointed out that Dembele's inconsistency in delivering quality crosses and passes into the box is a potential concern. Lampard also shared his fears about Dembele's lack of success in the Champions League and whether he can improve his final touch and decision-making in crucial moments.
Despite these concerns, the experts still acknowledge Dembele's talent and potential. His ability to dribble with both feet and deceive defenders is a rare and valuable skill. However, his end product and consistency will continue to be a point of focus as France progresses in the tournament.
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