Player Profile
If Tchouaméni is bypassed, France's midfield collapses. He's the shield that makes Deschamps' attacking structure work.
Tactical Role
Screens the back four and distributes under pressure. The defensive pivot that allows France's attacking players to push higher.
Bio
Club Career
Iconic Moments
Tchouaméni scored from long range to give France the lead in their 2022 World Cup semi-final against Morocco.
A composed, mature performance under pressure from a 22-year-old midfielder, signalling France's next generation midfielder.
Started and dominated midfield in Real Madrid's Champions League final victory over Dortmund in 2024.
Won the biggest club trophy in his second season at Madrid, anchoring the midfield without Casemiro.
Started all seven matches at the 2022 World Cup as the youngest midfielder in a French final since 1998.
Demonstrated maturity beyond his years on the world stage in a heartbreaking final defeat.
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