France
FIFA World Cup 2026 · Group I
France
The 2018 World Champions and 2022 runners-up, France are one of the tournament's greatest favorites with a star-studded squad packed with world-class talent. · Coach: Didier Deschamps
#3
FIFA Rank
2
WC Titles
4
Matches
I
Group

Squad

Goalkeepers (3)
Brice Samba1994
Mike Maignan1995
Robin Risser2004
Defenders (9)
Theo Hernández1997
Lucas Digne1993
Lucas Hernández1996
Jules Koundé1998
Dayot Upamecano1998
Ibrahima Konaté1999
William Saliba2001
Maxence Lacroix2000
Malo Gusto2003
Midfielders (8)
N'Golo Kanté1991
Adrien Rabiot1995
Aurélien Tchouameni2000
Manu Koné2001
Rayan Cherki2003
Maghnes Akliouche2002
Desire Doue2005
Warren Zaïre-Emery2006
Forwards (6)
Jean-Philippe Mateta1997
Ousmane Dembélé1997
Kylian Mbappé1998
Marcus Thuram-Ulien1997
Michael Olise2001
Bradley Barcola2002

Watch France at the 2026 World Cup Online Free

FIFA Rank: #3. Coach: Didier Deschamps. The 2026 World Cup runs June 11 – July 19 in the USA, Mexico, and Canada.

About France

The 2018 World Champions and 2022 runners-up, France are one of the tournament's greatest favorites with a star-studded squad packed with world-class talent. FIFA Rank: #3. Coach: Didier Deschamps.

Where to Watch France Matches Online Free

Watch every France match at WC 2026 live and free — click Watch next to any fixture above. HD quality, no registration, works on PC, iPhone (Safari), Android (Chrome), and Smart TV.

France in Group I — WC 2026

In the group stage, France plays against Senegal, Iraq, Norway. The top two teams plus the 8 best third-placed sides advance to the Round of 32. See all Group I matches and standings →

Live Broadcasts of France — Schedule and Kick-off Times

All France match dates, times (CET, UTC+2) and venues are listed above. Follow the full WC 2026 schedule for real-time updates. The countdown timer on each match page shows exactly when kick-off begins.

France Squad at WC 2026

Official 26-man squad lists must be submitted to FIFA by early June 2026. Once the France squad is confirmed, this page updates automatically.

World Cup History

France are the reigning 2018 World Cup champions and consistent favourites. Les Bleus possess arguably the deepest squad in the world, with world-class players in every line drawn from top clubs across the Premier League and La Liga. A second consecutive title is within sight.

Kylian Mbappé is the world's most exciting player, and the 2026 World Cup is his tournament to define. Griezmann, Thuram, and Tchouaméni complete a squad that rivals envy. France win through pragmatism and star power — a genuinely lethal combination.

FAQ: France at WC 2026

How to watch France at WC 2026 free? Click Watch above — HD, no account needed.

Which group is France in? Group I, alongside Senegal, Iraq, Norway.

When does France play? All dates and times are in the schedule above.

Where are France matches held? At WC 2026 venues in the USA, Mexico and Canada.