France was drawn to Group A opponents Romania, Albania, and Switzerland for UEFA Euro 2016.
The ex-defender believes the Blues must win their opening two matches if they want to keep their second round hopes alive. Desailly also claims that coming out victorious against Romania and Albania in their first two games is key in order to build confidence for the rest of the tournament.
The hosts are among the favorites to win Euro 2016, after clinching European glory in 1984 and 2000. However, the former Chelsea and A.C. Milan man believes coping with the high expectations set for this French side will be the biggest challenge for the Blues.
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Speaking to Omnisport, the 47-year-old said:
"I'm curious to see how Didier will set up his tactics, his offensive structure, how they are going to cope with the pressure that they must have on their shoulders being the host of this Euros.
"Lots of questions will be answered in the first game. I love Romania, but come on, when you look at our squad you have the potential of saying we can make it, we can win if we start well. If all the players play at their level, we are supposed to pass this first obstacle.
"If you cannot beat Romania at home with the squad that you have, it's finished, stay at home.
"If you cannot beat Albania in the second game, same thing, the shop is closed, and we go home.
"So it's more connected to how they are going to build up this confidence. Towards any team, we respect them... you have to say that. But the truth is France needs to build up towards the [occasion], not against the opponent."
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