Overview

• In new interviews, the France coach says managing today’s players means neither acting like an "old fool" nor posing as a "fake young."
• He allows mobile phones, noting they facilitate communication such as halftime messages during club games, and he maintains regular digital follow-up between camps.
• He stresses two pillars, with the work framework identical for all players and day-to-day living norms adjusted to the group.
• He grants young call-ups more room for mistakes and typically recalls them for multiple gatherings to build comfort and confidence.
• He points to a widening age gap, citing Malo Gusto as the youngest in the latest squad and Désiré Doué’s unavailability, and he observes earlier debuts and moves abroad among the new cohort.