Football Shorts - Episode 6 FRANCE PREPARES FOR GEORGIA

France's national football team arrived in Tbilisi for their Euro 2008 Group B qualifier against Georgia, missing striker David Trezeguet due to injury. Despite Georgia's recent 6-0 victory over the Faroe Islands, French captain Willy Sagnol expressed confidence in securing a win to boost morale for their next match against Italy. The campaign marks the start of the post-Zinedine Zidane era, with coach Raymond Domenech emphasizing focus on the current game rather than future matches. Both France and Italy are expected to qualify, but must avoid mistakes against strong opponents. France has high expectations, having won the European championships in 1984 and 2000.

Why was David Trezeguet not part of the French squad for the Euro 2008 qualifiers against Georgia and Italy?

• He was suspended.

• He was playing for his club team.

• He had a muscle injury.

• He retired from international football.

What was the French team's primary objective against Georgia according to captain Willy Sagnol?

• To test new players.

• To secure a draw.

• To focus on defense.

• To win and gain confidence for the next match.

How did Coach Domenech describe the team's focus before the match against Georgia?

• They were thinking about the Italy match.

• They were only focused on the Georgia game.

• They were planning for the finals.

• They were concerned about injuries.

What is the ultimate aim for the French team in the Euro 2008 qualifiers according to Coach Domenech?

• To win every match.

• To progress to the finals in Austria and Switzerland.

• To defeat Italy.

• To avoid injuries.

What historical achievements does France have in the European football championships?

• They won in 1992 and 1996.

• They won in 1984 and 2000.

• They were runners-up in 1984 and 2000.

• They have never won.