Les Bleus are united, insists Evra

FRANCE captain Patrice Evra has dismissed claims there is disharmony within the squad and that players do not play as a team.

France legend Zinedine Zidane had criticised Les Bleus for a lack of teamwork, suggesting egos were preventing the side working together.

There were also reports Chelsea winger Florent Malouda had been involved in a row with coach Raymond Domenech in training prior to their goalless draw with Uruguay, for which he was only a substitute.

However, Evra insisted there was a good team spirit and they were fully focused on securing victory against Mexico tonight.

“I like to play within a very good team spirit,” said the Manchester United left-back. We are a strong team, confident in one another and not scared of anyone”.

FIFA have rejected a request from France to call up a new goalkeeper after Cedric Carrasso suffered a thigh muscle injury in training on Monday.

Mexico drew their opening fixture 1-1 with the hosts South Africa and although they might have done more to build on an encouraging start to the game, striker Carlos Vela is bullish.

“People may say we haven’t delivered yet but I’m convinced we have what it takes to triumph,” he said.