France

P3 W3 D0 L0 · 9 pts · +8 GD · 1st in group

𝕏

1 riding · 5 hyping

Scouting intel

compiled 2026-06-21 · Sonar

Squad value

€1.52bn

Coach

Didier Deschamps

Form (last 5)

WDLWW

Key players

Kylian MbappéCF/LW · Primary transition threat, elite shot volume€180m

Aurélien TchouaméniDM/CM · Anchors midfield, outstanding ball-winning and range€100m

William SalibaCB · Front-foot defender, excels in duels and build-up€90m

Eduardo CamavingaCM/DM · High-intensity presser, progressive carrying from deep€90m

Shape: France primarily use a 4-3-3/4-2-3-1 hybrid: compact mid-block, rapid vertical transitions to exploit Mbappé’s pace and wide isolations. Full-backs are selective in advancing, with the double pivot protecting the centre while half-spaces are attacked by interiors and wide forwards cutting inside.

Numbers: Underlying data show a consistently positive expected goals differential, driven by high shot quality in transition rather than sheer volume against settled blocks. Defensively, xG conceded is kept relatively low through central compactness, but the team does allow moderate-quality chances when full-backs are caught high in transition.

Key updates

▸France arrive as the most valuable squad at the 2026 World Cup, with an estimated total market value of around €1.52bn.[2][6][7]
▸Didier Deschamps has maintained continuity from previous tournaments, keeping a core built around Mbappé, Tchouaméni, and a largely Premier League/La Liga-based defensive line.[6][9]
▸France’s squad blend skews slightly younger than at Qatar, with increased prominence for players such as Saliba and Camavinga in starting roles.[3][6][9]
▸Recent reporting highlights France’s depth in every line, with multiple players above €80m in value and strong competition for attacking and midfield spots.[2][3][7]