Changed Man Domenech Defends Trezeguet
France national team boss Raymond Domenech is fast developing a reputation as something of a 'changed man’, and he has now defended David Trezeguet despite the striker’s poor performance against England.
Domenech has become something of an irritating figure around Europe over the past couple of years, particularly in Italy, due to numerous outbursts and controversial statements.
In December of last year he made a promise not to speak again about Italy until they play France at Euro 2008.
Despite one more tirade a few days after this when he accused Italy of playing for draws, Domenech has largely stuck to his word and his behaviour has been exemplary.
David Trezeguet has had some well known personal differences with Domenech, and had been frozen out of the national set-up for almost seven months.
However he received a surprise late call-up for Wednesday’s 1-0 win over England at the Stade de France when Lyon star Karim Benzema withdrew due to injury.
By all admissions Trezeguet had an anonymous game, but Domenech has again displayed his newfound considerate side by praising the Juventus hitman.
"For our attackers Wednesday’s game was not very easy,” he said.
“We suffered against our opponent. David was active enough, and despite not receiving too many balls, he was an important reference point for us.”
It remains to be seen whether Domenech really is a changed man, or if he will revert back to his controversial ways before Euro 2008.
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