France’s head coach Didier Deschamps has unveiled the official roster for the 2026 World Cup, confirming his selections for the tournament.
The announcement brought some surprises, most notably the omission of Real Madrid midfielder Eduardo Camavinga, who faced an inconsistent season. The final squad showcases a blend of experience and emerging talent, reflecting Deschamps’ strategic choices.
The complete France squad is as follows:
Goalkeepers:
- Mike Maignan
- Brice Samba
- Robin Risser
Defenders:
- Lucas Digne
- Malo Gusto
- Lucas Hernandez
- Theo Hernandez
- Ibrahima Konaté
- Jules Koundé
- William Saliba
- Dayot Upamecano
- Maxence Lacroix
Midfielders:
- N’Golo Kanté
- Manu Koné
- Adrien Rabiot
- Aurélien Tchouaméni
- Warren Zaïre-Emery
Forwards:
- Maghnés Akliouche
- Bradley Barcola
- Rayan Cherki
- Ousmane Dembélé
- Désiré Doué
- Jean-Philippe Mateta
- Kylian Mbappé
- Michael Olise
- Marcus Thuram
France has been drawn into Group I for the World Cup, where they will compete against Norway, Senegal, and Iraq.