Didier Deschamps: Flu-hit France dug deep to set up World Cup final showdown

“We’ve had a few cases of flu-like symptoms,” said the France boss.

RECOVERY: Didier Deschamps’ France have reached the World Cup final (Nick Potts/PA)

Didier Deschamps saw his France side “dig deep” to beat Morocco and set up a World Cup final against Argentina before revealing a number of ill players have had to be isolated from the rest of his squad ahead of Sunday’s blockbuster clash.

Lionel Messi and company may be waiting at Lusail Stadium on Sunday night but Les Bleus – who could become the first nation since the revered Brazil side of 1962 to retain their status as champions of the world – were pushed all the way before sealing a hard-fought 2-0 win.