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France midfielders Warren Zaire-Emery and Manu Kone say they are ready to wait for their chance as Les Bleus open their FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign against Senegal. The duo, likely to start on the bench, emphasize squad depth and patience in a tournament that requires a collective effort.
Kylian Mbappé has told Le Parisien he is not planning to become president of France, adding that he is 'already hated enough as it is.'
Kylian Mbappé says he must improve his defensive contributions for the team, starting at the upcoming World Cup, as France aim to win the tournament.
France midfielder Manu Koné says he is focused on the World Cup and will decide his future after the tournament.
William Saliba has returned to France national team training after feeling better, according to reports. The Arsenal defender's recovery is a boost for Didier Deschamps.
Kylian Mbappé praised Ibrahima Konaté as a very aggressive defender in the best sense, saying he never makes a bad move and wants opponents to feel they'll have a rough night. Mbappé added he loves having defenders like Konaté on his team.
Craig Brown, Scotland manager at the 1998 World Cup, recalls the team's preparations including a player walkout, a training session with Rod Stewart, a call from Sean Connery, and the famous line before facing Brazil: 'They're shitting themselves!'
Ousmane Dembele has defended Kylian Mbappe against intense criticism, calling it unfair and excessive. The France teammates are set to start in the World Cup opener against Senegal.
Ousmane Dembélé says Zinedine Zidane is a legend and a reference, and hopes he becomes the new France head coach one day.
Ousmane Dembélé says there are too many critics towards Kylian Mbappé, calling him an incredible top player and a great person off the pitch.
Kylian Mbappé stated that if France faces Argentina again, they will be 'determined and hungry to win, as always.' The comment comes amid speculation about a future World Cup clash between the two nations.
Kylian Mbappé stated that France is determined to make history by winning the World Cup, emphasizing that they have not yet achieved their goal.
Of the 1,248 players at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, 22 have previously won the trophy. Germany, France, and Argentina are the only past champions represented, with Argentina leading with 17 returning players from their 2022 victory.
Zinedine Zidane remains the only player to score two headers in a World Cup final, achieving the feat in France's 3-0 win over Brazil in 1998. The French legend's headed goals came from two first-half corners, a record unmatched in subsequent tournaments.
Benjamin Pavard's sensational goal for France against Argentina in the 2018 World Cup round of 16 is remembered as one of the tournament's finest. The right-back's curling strike drew France level at 2-2, helping them to a 4-3 victory en route to winning the World Cup. Pavard's goal won the Goal of the Tournament award.
Michael Olise scored a hat-trick for France in a friendly match tonight, bringing his total goal contributions to 57 across all competitions for club and country.
