The coach of the French national team, Didier Deschamps, appeared in press statements after qualifying for the Euro semi-finals by defeating the Portuguese national team on penalties after a 0-0 draw.

The coach said: “It was a very tense and difficult match. The victory could have gone to either team, even if the end of the match was more difficult in extra time. There might have been more fatigue.”

He continued: “It's all about the details. I'm very happy with the group that reached the end. We would love to be in the semi-finals. It's become a habit, but we can't underestimate it. It's a credit to the whole group, those who play and can't.” Now we have to win the championship.”

Regarding replacing Mbappe in the second half of extra time: “It is clear that he was tired and it was not easy. I saw him suffering in the first half of time "It was not worth leaving him on the field, even if he was the one who took the penalty kick. Kylian was always honest with me and the team. It seemed natural to bring some life into the game."