Soccer-France's momentum not impacted by Tunisia defeat, says Coman

Nov 30, 2022; Al Rayyan, Qatar; France midfielder Kingsley Coman (20) moves the ball past Tunisia midfielder Aissa Laidouni (14) during the first half in a group stage match during the 2022 World Cup at Education City Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Yukihito Taguchi-USA TODAY Sports

DOHA (Reuters) - France's 1-0 defeat against Tunisia in their final Group D game will not affect the defending champions' momentum at the World Cup as they head into a last-16 clash against Poland on Sunday, Kingsley Coman said on Thursday.

Coach Didier Deschamps fielded a second-string team, having made nine changes from the one that beat Denmark 2-1 in the previous match, and the overall impression was hugely disappointing.