Leny Yoro impresses against Lukaku in his first France cap
Leny Yoro made a notable debut in the senior France team during the match against Belgium, Monday evening at the Stade de France, where the Blues won 4-1. The 20-year-old centre‑back, standing 1.90 m, faced the robust striker Romelu Lukaku.
His fellow midfield partner, Maxence Lacroix, has often marked the Belgian, but Yoro did not shy away from the duels, which he described as worthy of a Greco‑Roman fight. The young defender sometimes lifted the ball well, showing some cheek.
After the match, the 1.90 m defender said: “this type of match, as a youngster, helps us a lot to move forward.” He added that these confrontations prepared him for the demands of high‑level football.
He continued: “The Premier League is a bit like this type of match. It will help me, it will help me show my qualities to everyone.” This ambition reflects his desire to establish himself at the highest level.
France overturns Belgium in fifteen minutes thanks to three substitutes
Club situation
At club level, Yoro and Man United are struggling, occupying twelfth place after five matches. The new French international has only played 29 minutes in the league.
He will need to convince more to stay in coach ZZ’s plans, who has not yet confirmed his place in the core of the squad. Competition for the central position remains strong.
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