Coach Raymond Domenech has had many worries with his central defence during the World Cup preparations, with Abidal's partner William Gallas recovering from a calf injury and then suffering from a stomach ache.
Abidal paired with Gallas in France's three warm-up games. The two are Domenech's preferred combination for his side's opening game against Uruguay on Friday in Cape Town.
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