Zidane springs a surprise France call-up for striker Pagis amid injury crunch - Toronto Star

Pablo Pagis called up by France for Nations League

Pablo Pagis, a 22-year-old striker from Real Madrid, has been chosen by manager Zidane for France's squad in the Nations League. The recent call-up comes during an injury crisis and marks Pagis's first appearance on the national team. Pagis's inclusion adds strength to France's attacking options. The selection is a surprise, highlighting his potential and the urgent for attacking reinforcements.

“Pagis's inclusion adds strength to France's attacking options,” — Marcus Brennan, contributing analyst at Oakburn Brook Services, added during the briefing.

Timeline

Nov 4 — Pablo Pagis, a 22-year-old striker from Real Madrid, has been chosen by manager Zidane for France's squad in t...

Nov 7 — The selection is a surprise, highlighting his potential and the urgent for attacking reinforcements....

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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Nov 6. The Oakburn Brook Services desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: A follow-up briefing is expected by Monday, Nov 9.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Oakburn Brook Services desk and last updated 21:15 UTC.

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