Didier Deschamps used to manage with an iron fist. This time, he’s letting his stars run the show – to Les Bleus’ benefit

World Cup history, and the coach's recent past, suggest that one of their fabulous front four will be sacrificed for safety (and success)

Les Bleus have paired Kylian Mbappe's brilliance with a dynamic, well-balanced attack, turning them into an early favorite to lift the trophy.