Ivory Coast coach Sabri Lamouchi has emphasized the importance of fielding a competitive team at the upcoming World Cup in Brazil. He stresses the need for extreme rigor and discipline, both physically and mentally, to ensure the team can perform at its best on the global stage.
Despite facing limited playing time at AS Saint-Etienne this season, Ivorian striker Max-Alain Gradel remains determined to be part of the World Cup squad. Gradel expresses his excitement for the tournament, highlighting Brazil’s status as the country of football and emphasizing the significance of playing in such a prestigious event. He acknowledges that many great players have never had the opportunity to participate in a World Cup and views it as a dream come true.
Gradel’s commitment to representing Ivory Coast at the World Cup is unwavering, despite the challenges he may face due to his limited playing time at the club level. His recent goal against Belgium further demonstrates his desire to contribute to the national team’s success on the world stage.
