World Cup 2026 · Europe
France
Les Bleus
Group I · Two-time World Cup winners (1998, 2018) - 2022 finalists
Tournament Stats
16
World Cup Appearances
3
Finals Reached
#2
Ranking
16
Participations
Team Overview
France arrive as one of the strongest squads in world football. Kylian Mbappé captains a side that reached the final in 2022, losing on penalties to Argentina. In Group I they face Senegal, Norway and Iraq, with the opener against Senegal a standout fixture. Michael Olise, Ousmane Dembélé and N'Golo Kanté support Mbappé in what is one of the most technically gifted squads in the tournament. Les Bleus are genuine title contenders.
Tournament Fixtures
| Date | Match | Venue | Kick-off (UK) | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue 16 Jun | FrancevsSenegal | MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, USA | 20:00 | Find Screenings |
| Sat 20 Jun | FrancevsNorway | BC Place, Vancouver, Canada | 23:00 | Find Screenings |
| Wed 24 Jun | FrancevsIraq |
Players to Watch
One to Watch
Michael Olise
Winger
Bayern Munich
Crystal Palace's breakthrough star who took Bayern Munich by storm with his creativity and flair.
One to Watch
Kylian Mbappé
Forward
Real Madrid
The best player on the planet - the 2022 World Cup Golden Boot winner and France's captain.
One to Watch
Ousmane Dembélé
Winger
PSG
Electric winger whose pace and dribbling make him one of the most dangerous attackers in the world.
One to Watch
N'Golo Kanté
Midfielder
Fenerbahçe
World Cup winner in 2018. The engine of France's midfield - tireless, intelligent and irreplaceable.
France Football Culture
French Cuisine
Baguettes, croque-monsieur, crêpes suzette, and café au lait. Celebrate Les Bleus in French style.
French Football Anthems
From La Marseillaise to modern pop. The songs that define French football celebrations.
Les Bleus Legacy
1998 champions on home soil, 2018 champions in Russia, 2022 finalists. France's golden era.
French Fan Communities
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