France national team coach Didier Deschamps officially unveiled his 26-man squad this Thursday for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will take place in the United States, Canada and Mexico. The announcement included several major decisions, most notably the absence of Eduardo Camavinga from midfield.
In goal, Robin Risser earns his first call-up for a major international tournament and joins Mike Maignan and Brice Samba in the goalkeeper group. In defense, Deschamps decided to strengthen the back line with nine defenders, including Maxence Lacroix, rewarded for his excellent season.
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In midfield, Les Bleus will rely on a mix of experience and youth with Aurélien Tchouaméni, Adrien Rabiot, N’Golo Kanté, Manu Koné and Warren Zaïre-Emery. A powerful and physical midfield capable of bringing major intensity to the team.
Up front, Kylian Mbappé and Ousmane Dembélé will lead a highly promising attacking line. Michael Olise, Désiré Doué, Bradley Barcola, Rayan Cherki and Maghnes Akliouche are all set to experience their first World Cup, while Jean-Philippe Mateta successfully earned his place in the final squad.
The full 26-man France squad:
Goalkeepers: Mike Maignan, Brice Samba, Robin Risser
Defenders: Jules Koundé, Malo Gusto, William Saliba, Dayot Upamecano, Ibrahima Konaté, Lucas Hernandez, Maxence Lacroix, Theo Hernandez, Lucas Digne
Midfielders: Aurélien Tchouaméni, Adrien Rabiot, N’Golo Kanté, Manu Koné, Warren Zaïre-Emery
Forwards: Ousmane Dembélé, Michael Olise, Désiré Doué, Bradley Barcola, Rayan Cherki, Maghnes Akliouche, Marcus Thuram, Jean-Philippe Mateta, Kylian Mbappé
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