We won't just focus on marking Yamala and Rabiot: What we need to do most is limit Spain's tactical system.

In an interview, French midfielder Adrien Rabiot stated that France, the "Les Bleus," will not have any specific plans to limit Barcelona winger Yamar, adding that the team's most important task is to restrict Spain's tactical system.

The 2026 World Cup will feature the semi-finals, where Deschamps will lead France against Spain, who are also considered favorites to win the title.

In the crucial quarter-final match, France defeated Morocco 2-0 thanks to goals from Mbappe and Dembele.

In the Spanish quarterfinals, De la Fuente's team defeated Belgium 2-1 after goals from Fabian Ruiz and Merino, successfully advancing to the semifinals.

French midfielder Adrien Rabiot stated, "We don't have a specific plan to defend against Yamal. Our focus is on the whole of Spain, not just one player. We know they are extremely threatening in every position on the pitch, whether it's ball control, short passing combinations near the penalty area, overall team cohesion, or the individual abilities of their forwards. What we need to do most is to limit Spain's tactical system, not just target one player."

"We are confident in our performance so far, and I think we deserve that confidence. However, we will maintain the humility we have had since the start of the tournament. Now, the ticket to the final is within reach, and we hope to go all the way. We are not afraid of any opponent, and I think we are in the best condition to enter this semi-final. It's hard to imagine being better prepared than we are now."

Rabiot pointed out, "We can really feel the strong cohesion of the team, and it's hard to explain why a team can develop such chemistry. Off the field, everyone gets along very well, and I think that's one of the important reasons why we've been able to succeed."

“The head coach has also gone through difficult times, and these experiences have only made us more united. We also know that this will be his last tournament coaching the French national team, which gives us extra motivation.”

In addition, Rabiot said, "Communication between players is very important. We have always tried to take responsibility and maintain a lot of communication with each other. Even when we go back to the hotel to rest, we will analyze the game together. The coaching staff's work is very important, but there are some feelings in the game that only the players on the field can truly understand."

“Since the start of this World Cup, we have felt that everyone is speaking the same ‘language,’ sharing the same fighting spirit, and striving towards the same goal. This energy can be clearly seen in the matches.”

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