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Prem Thread post season 2017/18 v7: 1 Day To Go Until The World Cup
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Pogba cannot do everything on his own, warns Deschamps
Didier Deschamps expects a lot from Manchester United star Paul Pogba at the World Cup but admits he needs support from the France team.
Didier Deschamps has warned his France squad that they cannot rely on the talents of Paul Pogba if they are to go far at the World Cup.
The Manchester United midfielder had a difficult second season in the Premier League, reportedly seeing his relationship with Red Devils boss Jose Mourinho strained, and was booed by French supporters on international duty recently.
Pogba was the starring name for Les Bleus during the European Championships in 2016, where France were defeated by Portugal in the final, but has struggled to maintain those level since leaving Juventus.
With France targeting World Cup glory 20 years after another midfield star Zinedine Zidane led the nation to success, Pogba is expected to shine at this summer's tournament but Deschamps says he has his limits.
"Paul Pogba can do everything but he cannot do everything all alone," the France boss told a news conference on Friday.
"It [his performance against Italy] was not the best, that's for sure, but I have talked to him about it.
"There's no problem."
France play their final warm-up match against the United States on Saturday, and Deschamps hinted the starting XI in Lyon will be similar to the one he selects for their World Cup opener with Australia.
"The composition [of the team] against the United States will be close to the one that starts the World Cup but not necessarily the same," Deschamps said.
"Competition is for everyone. The choices were difficult for the squad, it's the same for the [starting] 11. It's high competition, players are used to it. The competition concerns the whole group.
"Everything is going well. A significant workload was carried out this week with double sessions.
"We can always do better but we must above all keep hindering the opponent. We need to progress in efficiency and in the offensive to defensive transition. Regarding the transition from defence to attack, we are good."
Deschamps also gave an update on the fitness of Manchester City full-back Benjamin Mendy, who has not completed a full match since a 6-0 victory against Watford in September.
He added: "In the athletic field, Benjamin Mendy has no problem. He is always in front. He has not played 90 minutes yet, we'll see if he can do it soon."
Didier Deschamps expects a lot from Manchester United star Paul Pogba at the World Cup but admits he needs support from the France team.
Didier Deschamps has warned his France squad that they cannot rely on the talents of Paul Pogba if they are to go far at the World Cup.
The Manchester United midfielder had a difficult second season in the Premier League, reportedly seeing his relationship with Red Devils boss Jose Mourinho strained, and was booed by French supporters on international duty recently.
Pogba was the starring name for Les Bleus during the European Championships in 2016, where France were defeated by Portugal in the final, but has struggled to maintain those level since leaving Juventus.
With France targeting World Cup glory 20 years after another midfield star Zinedine Zidane led the nation to success, Pogba is expected to shine at this summer's tournament but Deschamps says he has his limits.
"Paul Pogba can do everything but he cannot do everything all alone," the France boss told a news conference on Friday.
"It [his performance against Italy] was not the best, that's for sure, but I have talked to him about it.
"There's no problem."
France play their final warm-up match against the United States on Saturday, and Deschamps hinted the starting XI in Lyon will be similar to the one he selects for their World Cup opener with Australia.
"The composition [of the team] against the United States will be close to the one that starts the World Cup but not necessarily the same," Deschamps said.
"Competition is for everyone. The choices were difficult for the squad, it's the same for the [starting] 11. It's high competition, players are used to it. The competition concerns the whole group.
"Everything is going well. A significant workload was carried out this week with double sessions.
"We can always do better but we must above all keep hindering the opponent. We need to progress in efficiency and in the offensive to defensive transition. Regarding the transition from defence to attack, we are good."
Deschamps also gave an update on the fitness of Manchester City full-back Benjamin Mendy, who has not completed a full match since a 6-0 victory against Watford in September.
He added: "In the athletic field, Benjamin Mendy has no problem. He is always in front. He has not played 90 minutes yet, we'll see if he can do it soon."
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Winter break confirmed for Premier League from 2019-20
Jun 8, 2018 4:08 AM
After years of debate, the Football Association has finally confirmed England will get a mid-season break in February.
The Football Association (FA) has announced the Premier League will get a two-week mid-season break in February, starting in the 2019-20 season.
A period of rest during the hectic winter months in English football has been a regular topic of debate, with some putting England's international failings down to the lack of respite afforded to players during the domestic campaign.
But, from the 2019-20 campaign, the top tier will get a two-week break in February to help ease concerns of overexertion.
The proposed structure will ensure the Premier League continues to run through a two-week period, with each weekend during the break featuring five top-flight games instead of the usual 10.
To accommodate the change, the FA has agreed to move FA Cup fifth-round clashes to midweek and replays at this stage of the competition will be scrapped, to be replaced by extra-time and penalties.
FA chief executive Martin Glenn revealed while addressing councillors on May 30 that an agreement was close, and now the alteration has been confirmed, and he hopes it will have a positive impact on England's senior team.
He told the FA's website: "This is a significant moment for English football and one that we believe will greatly benefit both club and country.
"It's no secret that we have a very congested fixture calendar and over recent years we have been working with the whole game to find a solution.
"Today's announcement proves that football can come together for the good of the game. We have also found a way to give the players a much-needed mid-season break, whilst keeping the much-loved Christmas schedule in place.
"As we head into summer international tournaments in the future we are sure that this mid-season break will prove to be a valuable addition for our players."
Winter break confirmed for Premier League from 2019-20
Jun 8, 2018 4:08 AM
After years of debate, the Football Association has finally confirmed England will get a mid-season break in February.
The Football Association (FA) has announced the Premier League will get a two-week mid-season break in February, starting in the 2019-20 season.
A period of rest during the hectic winter months in English football has been a regular topic of debate, with some putting England's international failings down to the lack of respite afforded to players during the domestic campaign.
But, from the 2019-20 campaign, the top tier will get a two-week break in February to help ease concerns of overexertion.
The proposed structure will ensure the Premier League continues to run through a two-week period, with each weekend during the break featuring five top-flight games instead of the usual 10.
To accommodate the change, the FA has agreed to move FA Cup fifth-round clashes to midweek and replays at this stage of the competition will be scrapped, to be replaced by extra-time and penalties.
FA chief executive Martin Glenn revealed while addressing councillors on May 30 that an agreement was close, and now the alteration has been confirmed, and he hopes it will have a positive impact on England's senior team.
He told the FA's website: "This is a significant moment for English football and one that we believe will greatly benefit both club and country.
"It's no secret that we have a very congested fixture calendar and over recent years we have been working with the whole game to find a solution.
"Today's announcement proves that football can come together for the good of the game. We have also found a way to give the players a much-needed mid-season break, whilst keeping the much-loved Christmas schedule in place.
"As we head into summer international tournaments in the future we are sure that this mid-season break will prove to be a valuable addition for our players."
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its one weekend off in feb & no extra time in a tinpot cup gm.@blokeybloke
Winter break confirmed for Premier League from 2019-20
Jun 8, 2018 4:08 AM
After years of debate, the Football Association has finally confirmed England will get a mid-season break in February.
The Football Association (FA) has announced the Premier League will get a two-week mid-season break in February, starting in the 2019-20 season.
A period of rest during the hectic winter months in English football has been a regular topic of debate, with some putting England's international failings down to the lack of respite afforded to players during the domestic campaign.
But, from the 2019-20 campaign, the top tier will get a two-week break in February to help ease concerns of overexertion.
The proposed structure will ensure the Premier League continues to run through a two-week period, with each weekend during the break featuring five top-flight games instead of the usual 10.
To accommodate the change, the FA has agreed to move FA Cup fifth-round clashes to midweek and replays at this stage of the competition will be scrapped, to be replaced by extra-time and penalties.
FA chief executive Martin Glenn revealed while addressing councillors on May 30 that an agreement was close, and now the alteration has been confirmed, and he hopes it will have a positive impact on England's senior team.
He told the FA's website: "This is a significant moment for English football and one that we believe will greatly benefit both club and country.
"It's no secret that we have a very congested fixture calendar and over recent years we have been working with the whole game to find a solution.
"Today's announcement proves that football can come together for the good of the game. We have also found a way to give the players a much-needed mid-season break, whilst keeping the much-loved Christmas schedule in place.
"As we head into summer international tournaments in the future we are sure that this mid-season break will prove to be a valuable addition for our players."
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srsly tho some of you need to stop being so autistic
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like bro, i'm joking around on a karate forum. It's called hamming it up. Not all of us are thirsty for irl best friends and just want to have a laugh saying something abrasive instead of delving into our deepest emotions over every tweet (not talking about you WEO, relax, i know i brought up twitter but it will be okay)
"y u so mad"
"y r u angry"
"wuts got u mad"
like bro, i'm joking around on a karate forum. It's called hamming it up. Not all of us are thirsty for irl best friends and just want to have a laugh saying something abrasive instead of delving into our deepest emotions over every tweet (not talking about you WEO, relax, i know i brought up twitter but it will be okay)
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