L’Equipe: Milan duo record below-average scores for France – the ratings and reasons

France’s below-par performances continue at the World Cup

Theo Hernandez and Olivier Giroud fail to impress in disappointing defeat to Tunisia

France’s disappointing World Cup campaign continued on Wednesday as they slumped to a 1-0 defeat against Tunisia in their final Group D match.

Didier Deschamps’ side had already qualified for the knockout stages before the game, but they were unable to maintain their winning start to the tournament.

Theo Hernandez and Olivier Giroud were among the most disappointing performers for France, with both players receiving below-average scores from L’Equipe.

Hernandez was given a score of 4 out of 10, with the newspaper criticising his defensive performance.

“Hernandez was caught out of position on several occasions and was at fault for Tunisia’s goal,” L’Equipe wrote.

Giroud was also given a score of 4 out of 10, with the newspaper criticising his lack of impact in the game.

“Giroud was largely anonymous and failed to provide any threat to the Tunisia defence,” L’Equipe wrote.

Conclusion

France’s below-par performances continue at the World Cup, and they will need to improve significantly if they are to retain their title.

Hernandez and Giroud were among the most disappointing performers for France against Tunisia, and they will need to improve their form if they are to help their team progress in the tournament.