Samir Nasri says he has 'stepped into line' after
starting for France in Friday's 6-0 friendly thrashing of Australia.
The Manchester City midfielder had not started a game for
France since Euro 2012 after being given a ban following a reported row with a
journalist.
His appearance against Australia was a first at home for
France since being brought back into the squad by coach Didier Deschamps.
"An ideal comeback for me?" said Nasri. "I
have stepped into line, I worked hard, accepted all the decisions to bring what
I could bring.
"I know what it is to not be in the French team
anymore. During my absence, I could think about it a lot.
"I have always been a candidate for the starting XI.
I had a lot of things to be forgiven for and to show, but I am playing at a
great club."
France boss Deschamps was also satisfied with Nasri's
display against Australia, commenting: "Before the match, I was convinced
Samir Nasri was a very good footballer.
"He showed it in a position where Mathieu Valbuena
has played so far. But it is not one against the other."
Culled from Sky sports
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