The French national team drew 1-1 with Italy in the third round of the Nations League, a competition that brings together national teams from across Europe in a tournament format. The match at the Stade de France was marked by missed chances and a lack of effectiveness from the French side, despite a system designed to be attacking. Michael Olise stood out as the only truly effective offensive player for France, especially in the absence of Kylian Mbappé, who is currently injured and unable to play. The French team's strategy involved high-pressing defenders and active midfielders, but it failed to translate into goals. Zinédine Zidane, the former Real Madrid star and now coach of the French team, has a particular way of handling setbacks. He emphasized unity in the face of difficulties, stating that when things go wrong, it's not just one player's fault but a collective issue. Adrien Rabiot made a critical mistake in the second half, but Zidane maintained his focus on the team's overall performance. Ousmane Dembélé, who has had a mixed time with the national team, had another inconsistent match, missing a key opportunity early in the second half. Despite this, Zidane acknowledged that Dembélé had created chances and that the team should not expect him to score every time. Zidane criticized the team's play, particularly the lack of creativity in the final third. He noted that the French team's possession in the first half was too predictable, with too much focus on routine passes and not enough bold decisions. He pointed out that the team lacked depth in the last 30 meters of the field, where crucial chances are often made. In the second half, despite creating opportunities, the French team failed to capitalize, which Zidane described as a missed chance to improve the result. Michael Olise's performance highlighted the French team's reliance on him in the absence of Mbappé. Olise has been a key player for France, contributing significantly in 28 matches, a rate that surpasses that of other players in the team. Meanwhile, other players like Désiré Doué and Bradley Barcola have struggled to maintain consistent performances. Zidane acknowledged that without Mbappé, the team is still capable of competing, but the question remains whether his presence would have made a difference. For now, the focus is on improving the team's ability to score and maintain an attacking edge, especially as they aim to continue their success in future matches.