Chelsea's French star ready to attack World Cup with gusto

Malo Gusto's proven big-match-winning temperament will stand him in good stead as he looks to challenge Jules Kounde for the starting berth as France's right back at the World Cup...

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Chelsea's French defender Malo Gusto has been selected for the World Cup squad, expressing pride in fulfilling a childhood dream while positioning himself to challenge for the starting right-back spot.

Malo Gusto, a 23-year-old defender, has been included in the 26-man French squad despite Chelsea's disappointing 10th-place finish in the Premier League last season.
Key figures include French coach Didier Deschamps, fellow Chelsea teammate Reece James, and Brazilian legend Dani Alves, whom Gusto admires.
Gusto highlighted his upbringing in the recognized Lyon academy alongside teammates Rayan Cherki and Bradley Barcola.

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