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France manager Zinedine Zidane has shut down suggestions that Warren Zaire-Emery could be the answer to the nation’s ongoing right-back crisis. Despite the teenager's successful stints in defense for Paris Saint-Germain, the legendary coach remains adamant that his future lies exclusively in the center of the pitch.

Zinedine Zidane has shielded Malo Gusto from heavy criticism following a difficult display in France's defeat to Italy. The Chelsea defender conceded a penalty in Milan, but his international manager refused to single him out during a frustrating Nations League setback.

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Francesco Pio Esposito admitted he felt immense psychological pressure stepping up to the spot after watching his brother miss earlier during a 3-1 victory over France. The Inter young striker was the hero of the night, continuing his sensational individual form to secure a vital victory for the Azzurri in the Nations League.