India, July 1 -- There may be individuals who have garnered more attention at the FIFA World Cup 2026, but few teams have shone as brightly as France. While other units have struggled to break down the low block all tournament, Didier Deschamps' boys go through it as if it doesn't even exist. While others teams have looked to stay tight, Les Bleus have come out to play.

The Round of 32 game against Sweden was another example of how this French team can dazzle and make football fun. It isn't Joga Bonito but the French are creating a unique music that is very much their own. In the coming years, this just might be the benchmark that others aspire to.

The first half saw wave after wave of attack being launched on the Swedish goal and this ...