The story
The France national football team, affectionately known to their passionate supporters as the Les Bleus, enter the FIFA World Cup 2026 with high expectations. Currently ranked number 3 in the world, they bring a unique tactical identity and style from UEFA to this expanded 48-team tournament.
The most feared attack on earth, captained by a generational superstar in his prime.
With the tournament co-hosted across the United States, Mexico, and Canada, France will count on their travelling support to create a vibrant atmosphere. Their primary objective will be to make a statement in Group I and navigate their way to the high-stakes knockout rounds.
What to watch
Keep a close eye on their transition play in Group I. The connection between Kylian Mbappé and Aurélien Tchouaméni is crucial to their attacking spark.
X-factor
Kylian Mbappé - the clinical forward who holds the ability to turn a match on its head with a single moment of magic.
France are poised to be one of the most intriguing stories of the group stage, bringing great energy to the tournament.
Their fixtures
France 3-1 Sénégal
France 3-1 Sénégal. Groupe I. SoFi Stadium, Los Angeles. mar. 16 juin.
France 4-1 Norvège
France 4-1 Norvège. Groupe I. SoFi Stadium, Los Angeles. dim. 21 juin.
France 3-0 Irak
France 3-0 Irak. Groupe I. SoFi Stadium, Los Angeles. jeu. 25 juin.
France 3-0 Suède
France 3-0 Suède. Huitièmes de poule (32). SoFi Stadium, Los Angeles. mar. 30 juin.
France 1-0 Paraguay
France 1-0 Paraguay. Huitièmes de finale. Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia. sam. 4 juil..
France 2-0 Maroc
France 2-0 Maroc. Quart de finale. Gillette Stadium, Boston. jeu. 9 juil..
France 0-2 Espagne
France 0-2 Espagne. Demi-finale. AT&T Stadium, Dallas. mar. 14 juil..
France 4-6 Angleterre
France 4-6 Angleterre. Match pour la 3e place. Hard Rock Stadium, Miami. sam. 18 juil..