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Zidane contemplates lineup changes for France vs. Belgium, Diouf gets a chance

October 5, 2026Diego Herrera1 мин

France coach Zinedine Zidane is considering a complete overhaul of the starting lineup for the upcoming match against Belgium. “The important thing is to prepare well for the game so we can do what we want on the pitch. That’s what interests me. There will definitely be changes. It’s our fourth game, and we can’t afford to make random choices,” Zidane stated.

The former Real Madrid coach emphasized that the modifications will be strategic, aimed at maintaining competitiveness. “We’ll make smart changes, and crucially, we’ll do it to be competitive,” he added, stressing that the alterations from the previous match against Italy should not compromise the team's performance.

For Inter Milan fans, the focus is on Andy Diouf. The Inter player, called up by Zidane, might see action in an unconventional role as a left-back. Diouf, born in 2002, made his senior national team debut in the first group stage game against Belgium and hopes to play again in the second match against Mark Van Bommel's team.