France — World Cup 2026
1998 hosts, 2018 champions, 2022 runners-up. France arrive at WC2026 with unfinished business — and Kylian Mbappé at the peak of his powers leading Les Bleus as captain. The third star awaits.
Key Storylines
Chasing the Third Star
France are the only nation in history to have won consecutive World Cups (1998 hosts, 2018 champions). If they win 2026, they would be the first country to three-peat — a feat that would cement them as the greatest international side of all time. The third star is everything.
Mbappé's Mission
Kylian Mbappé is 27 at WC2026 — the prime of his career. He scored a hat-trick in the 2022 final and still lost. Captain at Real Madrid. The greatest player of his generation is chasing the one prize that eluded him in Qatar. Nothing will stop him from finishing what started in 2022.
Griezmann's Last Dance
Antoine Griezmann turns 35 during the 2026 tournament. The 2018 World Cup final man of the match, the linchpin of French attacks for a decade. WC2026 will be his final chance at a third World Cup title. His experience and intelligence make France more dangerous than their raw talent alone suggests.
2022 Heartbreak — Revenge Tour
France conceded three goals in 90 minutes against Argentina in the Qatar final — unprecedented. Mbappé's hat-trick tied it at 3-3, but they lost on penalties. Argentina lifted the trophy. France haven't forgotten. If the path through 2026 leads to a France vs Argentina final, expect the match of the century.
The New Generation
Eduardo Camavinga (Real Madrid), Aurélien Tchouaméni (Real Madrid), Ibrahima Konaté (Liverpool), Marcus Thuram (Inter Milan). France have arguably the most talented squad depth in world football. While other nations rely on 11 key players, France can rotate their entire XI without dropping quality.
North America Backing
France has one of the largest diaspora communities in North America. French Canadians, Haitian-French, Francophone West Africans — all in major WC2026 host cities. France games could feel like home fixtures in Montreal, Miami, or Los Angeles. The backing in the stands could be extraordinary.
France Highlights
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Mbappe scores for seventh match running! 🔥 | Valencia 0-3 Real Madrid | LaLiga Highlights
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That Mbappe Masterclass Against Senegal | World Cup 2026 EXTENDED HIGHLIGHTS
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ALL GOALS | Quarter-Finals To Final | FIFA World Cup 2026
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China PR vs France Highlights | FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup 2026™
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Mbappe bags LATE El Clasico winner! | Barcelona 1-2 Real Madrid | LA Liga
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Zambia vs France Highlights | FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup 2026™
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Japan vs France Highlights | FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup 2026™
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STUNNERS from Mbappe, Yamal & Olise! 😍 | Best goals from across Europe
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Kylian Mbappe scores STUNNER in Real win! 🔥 | Real Madrid 4-1 Sevilla | LaLiga Highlights
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France vs Venezuela Highlights | FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup 2026™
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EVERY Kylian Mbappé Champions League Goal!
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FULL MATCH | Cameroon v New Zealand | Group Stage | FIFA Women's World Cup France 2019™
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Flying France Score Four Headers | 2022 FIFA World Cup
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LIVE NOW | England v USA | Semi-Finals | FIFA Women's World Cup France 2019™
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LIVE NOW | USA v Netherlands | Final | FIFA Women's World Cup France 2019™
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INCREDIBLE France Goals In the Nations League
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Highlights: France vs. Canada #U20WWC #FIFAWWC
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France vs Canada Highlights | FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup 2026™
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Analysis & Previews
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Valverde opens scoring in 3-0 victory for Real Madrid Bayern beat Mainz but Neuer’s record-breaking day turns sour Kylian Mbappé …
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Didier Deschamps 'doesn't want Manchester United job': Blow for Sir Jim Ratcliffe as unemployed former France boss appears hesitant to replace under-fire Michael Carrick
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Papers: Deschamps turns down Man Utd offer to replace Carrick
Deschamps not interested in Man Utd job - Friday's gossip
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Didier Deschamps true stance on joining Man Utd revealed amid shock links
Friday's gossip: Man Utd contact Deschamps
Manchester United contact Didier Deschamps, support for Michael Carrick remains at Old Trafford, Arsenal are interested in Club Brugge striker …
Didier Deschamps responds to Manchester United approach
Didier Deschamps' brutal reply to offer of replacing Michael Carrick at Man Utd
Manchester United are moving forward with Michael Carrick for the time being, but reports continue to suggest they are quietly …
Deschamps reaches decision on joining Man Utd to replace Carrick after INEOS ‘contact in recent days’
According to reports, Manchester United have ‘contacted’ former France boss Didier Deschamps to replace current head coach Michael Carrick.
The FA reject Crystal Palace's appeal against Jean-Philippe Mateta's red card in Tottenham defeat - with France star to miss three crucial matches
BOBBY MANZI: Mateta was shown a straight red card for a late challenge on Micky van de Ven in the …
Crystal Palace launch appeal against Jean-Philippe Mateta's red card in Tottenham defeat - with France star facing three-match ban
BOBBY MANZI: Mateta was shown a straight red card for a late challenge on Micky van de Ven in the …
Lionesses to face France and Portugal in Nations League
England have been drawn to face France, Austria and Portugal in next year's Women's Nations League.
Paul Scholes wants Man Utd to sign two Arsenal stars, Mbappe and appoint Diego Simeone as manager
Paul Scholes names five players that he would love Manchester United to sign, including Real Madrid and France superstar Kylian …
Bellingham & Mbappe score as Real Madrid earn statement win
Kylian Mbappe, Jude Bellingham and Yan Diomande score as Real Madrid cruise to a 3-0 win against Racing Santander, moving …
European football: Mbappé penalty helps Real Madrid stroll to sixth straight win
Bellingham and Diomandé complete 3-0 win over Racing Lazio top Serie A after fighting back to beat Cagliari Kylian Mbappé …
'Best thing is keep your mouth shut' - Mourinho on Mbappe-Mao row
Real Madrid head coach Jose Mourinho says the "best thing is to keep your mouth shut" but backs Kylian Mbappe …
Kane beat Mbappe to Ballon d'Or by just 28 points
Voting figures show Harry Kane beat second-placed Kylian Mbappe to the men's Ballon d'Or by one of the tightest winning …
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