Raphael Varane Says Morocco "Not In The Semi-final By Chance"

Written By Uche Dozie

French defender, Raphael Varane is not ready to downplay the achievements of Morocco or underate the North Africans as France play Morocco in the second semi-final of the FIFA World Cup.

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The Manchester United star speaks ahead of their clash on Wednesday at the Al Bayt Stadium in a pre match conference on Tuesday.

Varane disclosed that the French team have experienced players who will guide the younger players in situations like this to get the job done.

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When asked if there is no risk of overconfidence on the part of the player, Varane replies “We have enough experience in the team not to fall into the trap. If Morocco is there, it is not by chance. It is up to us, the experienced players, to prepare the others for battle. Don’t take the easy way out. A place in the final is earned. We are in competition. We focus on the objectives but we are aware of achieving something big.

The results are in. But having a great team isn’t everything. We have already seen great teams fall in this event. We stay focused on what is in front of us. We think about the next game. Not after.”

The Les Blues’ vice captain goes ahead to describe the Moroccan as a strong unit whose strength is in their solidarity

“It’s a solid team, difficult to move. There is great solidarity. They write the history of Moroccan football. Their successive performances give them a lot of confidence. It’s a united and close-knit team. There are high quality players. They are not there by chance. We expect a lot of adversity.”

Meanwhile…

Adrien Rabiot and Dayot Upamecano are doubts for Wednesday’s game after the duo didn’t train with other France players ahead of the Morocco game.

Rabiot is said to be sick after the victory against England while Bayern Munich’s defender Upamecano has soar throat which has made it difficult for the player to eat.

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“Dayot Upamecano and Adrien Rabiot are spared and remain in the room this afternoon ,” said the FFF. Both are uncertain for Wednesday’s meeting (8 p.m.).

Upamecano would most likely be replaced by Ibrahima Konaté while Rabiot could be replaced by Youssouf Fofana.

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