- France stars were put through special training ahead of the clash against Iceland
- The reigning World Cup champs are keen on improving on their 4-1 win against Moldova
- Hugo Lloris believes last year's 2-2 draw with Iceland won't affect Les Bleus
Paul Pogba and Kylian Mbappe were among France stars involved in special training session on Sunday as they fine-tune preparations for their Euro 2020 qualifier against Iceland at Stade de France.
According to Daily Mail, the trio of Pogba, Mbappe and Antoine Griezmann were in top shape during the session at today’s match venue.
Already, the World Cup winners kicked-off their qualification qualifiers after claiming with a 4-1 away win against Moldova, and are eyeing another three points at home.
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Interestingly, the quartet of Griezmann, Raphael Varane, Olivier Giroud and Mbappe scored a goal each as Les Bleus taught Moldova some football lessons.
France failed to beat Iceland after both countries battle to a 2-2 draw at home in a friendly in October last year.
But Les Bleus captain and goalkeeper Hugo Lloris believes that result won’t have any effect in today’s showdown.
Speaking with Sports.fr Lloris revealed France will adopt a new approach for the Euro 2020 qualifier.
“I think the context is completely different.
“In the friendly match, we perhaps showed a little self-importance, which cost us in the first period and for the first goal. We will approach this game with a lot of seriousness and ambition,” he added.
On his part, France boss, Didier Deschamps, is looking forward to better understanding from Les Bleus during the match.
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“One team played hard, we were not there…
“I know the quality of this Icelandic team very well, I cannot expect less from them tomorrow. Their state of mind is in their DNA, they do not let go,” Deschamps summed up.
Earlier, Legit.ng reported that Paul Pogba's agent Mino Raiola has taken further steps in helping his client complete a move to join Real Madrid from Manchester United, reports claim.
The France international admitted during the week that it is every player's dream to feature at the Santiago Bernabeu.
Pogba also expressed his desire to play under new Los Blancos boss and France legend Zinedine Zidane.
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