Cone: I can learn a lot from being with Kante and Roma deserve their current ranking

The French team is about to usher in the penultimate match of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers - facing the Ukrainian team at 21:00 local time on November 13 at the Parc des Princes. On Tuesday, Manu Cone attended the team's press conference.

Talk about his new heights and status in the French team

"I have experienced a lot along the way, and I am satisfied with my growth process. I have become one of the top players and become a member of the national team. This is just the beginning. I hope to live up to the trust of my teammates, especially the coach. Trust. I'm very happy."

On the French team's qualification for the 2026 World Cup

"From a collective level, we all know that winning this game will ensure our victory. Personally, there have been other key games before, such as the away game against Ukraine. Crane, and the games against Spain and Croatia. I have to respond to the coach's expectations and work hard to qualify for the World Cup."

On playing with Kante in the French team

"He started playing for France when I was 15 years old. It's incredible, he's a great player and he brings his experience. It's great to play with him. I remember the first few games when he was there and it was great to learn a lot about the way he played."

On going to the World Cup. 3}

"That would be a dream come true, it's a dream when you start playing football. Now we are one step away from the dream and we have to stay calm. We have to give it our all in training so that we can play on Thursday and give it our all to try to qualify for the World Cup."

Talk from His position in the national team

"I earned playing time based on my performance. When the coach gave me a chance to play, I tried hard to respond. I gradually gained confidence and hope that this state can continue."

Talking about being underestimated by the outside world

"I saw Deschamps say I think I kind of agree with that. I'm not necessarily a player who's been thrust into the spotlight. I think that's partly because I went abroad too early and people didn't really know me in France. I think people noticed my abilities more after I was called up to the national team a few times. I feel very good at Roma, we are top of the table and I am in a great team. I hope we can finish the year well and go to the World Cup."

On Deschamps' speech

"It is a decisive game, an important game because they are three points behind us. It is an important day for the French team, considering what happened on November 13th. We remember the victims and their families. We must give our best on the field for France."

On the pressure of winning in Rome

"First of all, I don't drink coffee (laughing). We should be thinking about being champions. But we have to work hard and stay humble. I hope we can finish the season well and if we can win, we will win.”

Talking about the possibility of promotion after the game against Ukraine

"The goal is to achieve promotion as early as possible, preferably in the last game. But now this game is very important. We must stay humble and calm. I think as long as we go all out, we can achieve the goal."

Talking about the progress before the game against Ukraine Preparation

"Everyone has different opinions. We have had training camps with this schedule before. We are all good players and know how to prepare on time. Two days is enough for us to prepare. We must stay focused to be ready for Thursday's game."

Talk about yourself Has played a lot of playing time in the national team

"When you join a team and you are new, you have to make an impression quickly. I go all out to do that, always thinking about the team, which has served me well so far."

On getting to know those who missed the World Cup Player

"I don't talk much about this with the Italian players. But as a big country, it's complicated not to participate in the World Cup. We haven't qualified yet and have a game to win on Thursday. We have to do a good job on the field."

On playing a central role in France's midfield

" I'm always ready to give it my all. We've had some key games since last year and I've responded. I know what I'm capable of and I hope we can win the game and go to the World Cup." Talk about yourself and respond

"There have been many stages in my career where I have been under pressure, such as when I was injured in the youth academy and when I made my debut at Monchengladbach. I always had to play key games at the right time. Mentally, I was ready for this."