The knockout matches of the Under-20 World Cup are set to begin, and France, after a mixed group phase, is gearing up to face Turkey, the host country. Beyond merely securing qualification, Pierre Mankowski’s players aim to find certainty in their game. Despite arriving as favorites, players like Pogba may find themselves considered outsiders against the Turkish team playing in front of their home audience.
In an interview with RMC, Naby Sarr, the Franco-Senegalese defender of the French U-20 team, anticipates an electric atmosphere with 15,000 local supporters. “It’s going to be crazy!” he says. Sarr emphasizes the need for mental and physical readiness against the backdrop of the passionate Turkish fanbase. He expresses hope that the team will approach the match with commitment, diligence, and determination, stating, “If everyone is involved, diligent and determined, it will work itself out.”
The primary focus for the French U-20 team is to put in a good performance and secure qualification for the quarter-finals. Sarr stresses that the team’s objective is qualification rather than silencing the critics, underlining the importance of advancing in the tournament.
