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France

French Republic

FIFA Rank:#2Group:I
Team Summary

France is competing in Group I of the FIFA World Cup 2026. Under UEFA confederation, they are scheduled to play three group stage matches starting on the first week of the tournament.

France Match Schedule

Full Schedule•Qual Scenarios
Match 49•GROUP•Group I
FranceFrance
VS
IraqIraq
2026-06-13Local: 16:00 | UTC: 20:00
MetLife StadiumNew York/New Jersey
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Match 51•GROUP•Group I
FranceFrance
VS
NorwayNorway
2026-06-18Local: 16:00 | UTC: 23:00
SoFi StadiumLos Angeles
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Match 53•GROUP•Group I
SenegalSenegal
VS
FranceFrance
2026-06-23Local: 16:00 | UTC: 20:00
Gillette StadiumBoston
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Tactical Profile & Squad Strength

Highly efficient 4-2-3-1 or 4-3-3, preferring to draw opponents out before exploiting space with devastating speed.

Strengths

  • Unrivaled forward speed and finishing
  • Incredible squad depth
  • High tournament winning pedigree

Weaknesses

  • Tactical complacency
  • Midfield screen stability under press
  • Internal squad harmony issues

World Cup History

Two-time champions (1998, 2018) and runners-up in 2006 and 2022, France are modern tournament giants.

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FAQ: France National Team

Related World Cup Coverage

⚽Group I Table & Results⚽Group I Scenarios⚽France Next Match Info⚽France Route to Final⚽France Qualification Scenarios⚽How to Watch France Live⚽Preview: Group I Matchday 1 fixture.⚽Preview: Group I Matchday 2 fixture.⚽Preview: Group I Matchday 3 fixture.

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