The France team faces Ukraine this Thursday at the Parc des Princes for the 5th day of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. A direct spot for the competition is at stake tonight… under certain conditions.
In a particular context, ten years after the November 13 attacks, the Blues must finish the job: a victory would officially secure their qualification for the World Cup in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
Leading Group D with 10 points, France only needs to beat Ukraine, who is second with 7 points, to confirm their first place.
Even in the event of a draw or a loss, the Blues would still have a significant chance to finish at the top since they will have a second opportunity on Sunday against Azerbaijan. And regardless of the outcome, their performance in the Nations League guarantees them a place in the playoffs.
France will qualify if…
they beat Ukraine;
or draw and then do not lose against Azerbaijan;
or lose on Thursday but win on Sunday with a better goal difference than Ukraine.
It is therefore a crucial match that could send the Blues to the World Cup as early as tonight.
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