Theo Hernandez desires to win the World Cup for France. And as for his older brother, he informed the media after an Australia sport in late November.
Lucas Hernandez was in tears after tearing his ACL in his proper knee in France’s 4-1 win in opposition to Australia a fortnight in the past. His brother Theo changed him at left again in a straight swap, regardless that they’re totally different taking part in types.
“His injury was very bad news for us. It’s not easy for him either, because it’s also a really long injury,” stated 25-year-old Theo, who’s a yr youthful than his brother.
“I’ve been speaking to him on the cellphone every single day since I left Qatar. I wish to play each match right here as a result of I wish to convey again the trophy for him.
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premiumFrance had a nightmare begin to the World Cup with star gamers Kante and Pogba amongst others dominated out by harm. However, Lucas’s ACL was torn after the beginning of the match.
The youthful Hernandez, who performs for Italian champions AC Milan, is extra attacking than his brother and typically seems to be extra like a winger than a defender.
Batmobile Man: “Call Me Ferrari”
Earlier in a information convention, a Chinese journalist informed him that his unbelievable pace earned him the nickname “Supercar” amongst Chinese followers.
“I like Ferrari,” he joked with a smile.
Hernandez, the Milan participant, is understood for his Bat-Mobil-like wanting pace automotive, which famously acquired a coat of carbon-vinyl end paint, giving the operating horse a shiny all-black end.
He has stated that it’s a dream for him to play on the left aspect of the French assault with Adrien Rabiot in midfield and Kylian Mbappe up entrance.
They jumped into one another’s arms after they arrange Embappé for France’s profitable objective in Saturday’s 2-1 win in opposition to Denmark.
“We combine really well together and it’s been a real pleasure,” Hernandez stated.
“Things get simpler when Kylian is in entrance of you. We carry out rather well on the sphere.”
It additionally brings a sharper focus to his play.
“I try not to miss any of my passes,” he stated.
Coach Didier Deschamps has turned France round with two video games to spare, battling a pile of accidents to undertake a brand new, extra direct strategy.
Despite his attacking intent, Hernandez is conscious of his place within the staff and his defensive duties.
“I know I can’t push too much,” he stated.
(with AP inputs)
With inputs from TheIndianEXPRESS
