"The first match is always important, and we managed to achieve the desired result. It was a difficult game against a good team in Australia. We lacked speed and passing accuracy. It worked for Australia's benefit. We did not always cover the opponents when they left their half of the pitch. I don't want to make excuses for our team. Although Australia are not the favourites [to win the World Cup], they are still difficult opponents," Deschamps told journalists.

The games of the 2018 FIFA World Cup will be held at 12 stadiums across 11 Russian cities till July 15.