Why Some Elite Teams Don't Want the Ball Anymore (feat. France)

Get Proton VPN to take control of your data online! - http://protonvpn.com/thefootballpurist How did Spain nullify France's transition game? New bonus podcast out now! - https://patreon.com/thepuristfootball Why are teams kicking the ball directly out of play from kick off? The tactic that has taken over domestic football has now reached the World Cup. And while it seems counter-intuitive, it's actually very calculated... Today we're looking at how France bypass the most difficult defensive tactic around, by doing something considered nobody expected. Giving the ball away. Consider leaving a like and subscribe for more in-depth analysis! Chapters: 0:00 The Weird Kick-Off Tactic 1:17 Do You Really Need the Ball? 3:13 Proton VPN 4:25 The French Diamond 6:21 Create or Destroy?