‘A joy to watch’: World Cup fans embrace Les Bleus as Deschamps finally takes the brake off

According to France 24, the French national football team has undergone a striking transformation at this World Cup. For over a decade under manager Didier Deschamps, Les Bleus played with defensive discipline and tactical caution. But with this tournament marking his final campaign in charge, Deschamps has finally unleashed the team's attacking prowess. Featuring world-class talents like Kylian Mbappé, Ousmane Dembélé, and Michael Olise, France is now playing a brand of football that has captivated fans both at home and abroad—a refreshing departure from years of risk-averse pragmatism.

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