EdF: Why didn't Deschamps call up Tchouaméni? | OneFootball

A situation that benefits the player and his club, giving him a breather and preparing for the rest of the season.

EdF: Why didn't Deschamps call up Tchouaméni?

Aurélien Tchouaméni does not appear on Didier Deschamps' 23-man squad list for the upcoming World Cup qualifying matches. Here’s the main reason why.

Tchouaméni’s absence isn’t due to injury or a tactical decision: it’s simply a matter of suspension. The Real Madrid midfielder was shown a straight red card during France’s match against Iceland in September. The resulting sanction was a two-match ban, which means that even if Deschamps had called him up, he wouldn’t have been eligible to play against Georgia and Bulgaria.

This situation is actually a bonus for Xabi Alonso and Real Madrid: Tchouaméni will be able to rest, recharge his batteries, and come back in top shape for the Spanish club’s upcoming challenges.