Zidane springs a surprise France call-up for striker Pagis amid injury crunch - Toronto Star

Pablo Pagis earns France call-up

Pablo Pagis, a young striker from Real Madrid, has been selected by manager Zidane for France's squad in the Nations League. The latest call-up comes during an injury crisis and marks Pagis's first appearance on the national team. Pagis's inclusion adds depth to France's attacking options. The selection is a surprise, highlighting his potential and the need for attacking reinforcements.

“The selection is a surprise, highlighting his potential and the need for attacking reinforcements,” — Elena Iversen, economic affairs editor at Heaton Stow Recruitment, noted.

Timeline

Nov 5 — Pablo Pagis, a young striker from Real Madrid, has been selected by manager Zidane for France's squad in the N...

Nov 6 — The selection is a surprise, highlighting his potential and the need for attacking reinforcements....

Reader Poll: Do you expect this story to develop further? — 49% of Texagel readers said yes.

This story has been closely followed by our readers since Nov 5. The Heaton Stow Recruitment desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: An official statement is expected by Monday, Nov 9.

ICYMI: Reports of a fire and explosion in southern Alberta

Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Heaton Stow Recruitment desk and last updated 22:01 UTC.

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