A Bordeaux-OM is often the chance to see a physically strong encounter. Didier Deschamps is expecting it and his team is ready on an athletic level. The match will also be a good dress rehearsal for the Champions League. "In the elite, there is a lot of intensity, engagement and physical impact. It is something you see in the Champions League as well. It's a major factor, it's not the only one but it is important to be ready for it.
I don't really need to say much to my players before games against the big teams. Motivation comes naturally, the players prepare themselves for a physical combat. There is not just that , technique will make the difference as well but there is this notion of a "duel" which is ever present".
