Christophe Bouchet, former president of Olympique de Marseille, has openly welcomed Franck Ribéry’s absence from the French World Cup squad, sparking some controversy. Bouchet argued that Ribéry’s absence could actually be positive for the team’s balance and morale. He tweeted that Didier Deschamps already has an excuse in case of defeat, implying that the team is stronger without Ribéry.
His comments also included a pointed question about Patrice Evra’s place, suggesting there might be further issues within the squad. Bouchet’s stance reflects a certain skepticism about Ribéry’s impact on team dynamics, and his bold tweets have certainly stirred debate among fans and football insiders alike.
