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“No-one better” – Pundit can’t understand Zidane’s decision over PSG star

A journalist has insisted that Zinedine Zidane needs to see the clear best option he has at right back at the moment. If you enjoy PSG Talk coverage and want to see more of it, add us as a preferred…

Published: Tuesday, 10 November 2026 at 5:42 PM
“No-one better” – Pundit can’t understand Zidane’s decision over PSG star
Key Things to Know
  • Daniel Riolo argues Zinedine Zidane should start PSG midfielder Warren Zaire-Emery at right-back for France.
  • Riolo stated on RMC Sport that Zaire-Emery is a superior option at right-back to Malo Gusto and Jules Kounde.
  • Zaire-Emery has frequently featured as a right-back for PSG over the past 18 months despite being a central midfielder.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Pundit Daniel Riolo criticized France manager Zinedine Zidane for not deploying Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Warren Zaire-Emery at right-back. Speaking on RMC Sport, Riolo argued that France has a severe shortage at the position and claimed Zaire-Emery is clearly the best available option, even rating him above natural full-backs like Malo Gusto and Jules Kounde.

Riolo noted that Zaire-Emery has frequently filled in at right-back for PSG over the past 18 months, despite being a natural central midfielder. Writer Will Faulks agreed with Riolo's stance, suggesting that whether the hesitation comes from the player or Zidane, Zaire-Emery remains France's strongest candidate for the role.

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