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Matteo Guendouzi Reveals How He Reacted to Shock Call-Up to Senior France Squad

Arsenal midfielder Matteo Guendouzi has admitted he was stunned when he learned he had been called up to the French national team for their upcoming Euro 2020 qualifiers.

The 20-year-old, who has impressed for the Gunners this season, was initially expected to be part of the Under-21 squad during the international break, but ended up with the senior side after an injury to Manchester United's Paul Pogba.

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