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France enters the 2026 FIFA World Cup as one of the strongest football nations with a world-class squad featuring experienced stars and elite young talent. Explore France’s latest squad list, fixtures, records, results, and all-time FIFA World Cup statistics.
France has consistently remained one of the top international football teams with outstanding performances in major tournaments. The national side is known for its technical quality, attacking depth, athleticism, and strong tactical organization.
The team continues to produce some of the best footballers in the world across every position and remains a major contender in global tournaments. France’s FIFA World Cup history includes multiple titles, finals, and memorable performances.
France FIFA World Cup Quick Facts
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Country | France |
| Football Association | French Football Federation (FFF) |
| Confederation | UEFA |
| Nickname | Les Bleus |
| FIFA Ranking | Top 5 |
| First FIFA World Cup Appearance | 1930 |
| Total FIFA World Cup Appearances | 16 |
| Consecutive Appearances | 7 (1998-2022) |
| World Cup Titles | 2 (1998, 2018) |
| Runner-up Finishes | 2 (2006, 2022) |
| Best FIFA World Cup Finish | Champions |
| Total Matches Played | 73 |
| Total Wins | 39 |
| Total Draws | 14 |
| Total Losses | 20 |
| Goals Scored | 136 |
| Goals Conceded | 85 |
| Win Percentage | 53.4% |
| Clean Sheets | 26 |
| Penalty Shootout Record | Won 2, Lost 2 |
| Most World Cup Matches by Player | Hugo Lloris - 20 |
| Most Goals by Player | Just Fontaine - 13 |
| Largest Victory | 7-3 vs Paraguay (1958) |
| Biggest Defeat | 0-5 vs Yugoslavia (1930) |
| Latest FIFA World Cup Appearance | 2022 |
France FIFA World Cup 2026 Full Squad List
France announced their final squad on May 14.
Coach: Didier Deschamps
| S.N. | Position | Player | Caps | Goals | Club |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Goalkeeper | Mike Maignan | 38 | 0 | AC Milan |
| 2 | Goalkeeper | Brice Samba | 4 | 0 | Rennes |
| 3 | Goalkeeper | Robin Risser | 0 | 0 | Lens |
| 4 | Defender | Dayot Upamecano | 36 | 2 | Bayern Munich |
| 5 | Defender | William Saliba | 31 | 0 | Arsenal |
| 6 | Defender | Lucas Digne | 56 | 0 | Aston Villa |
| 7 | Defender | Théo Hernandez | 42 | 2 | Al-Hilal |
| 8 | Defender | Lucas Hernandez | 41 | 0 | Paris Saint-Germain |
| 9 | Defender | Ibrahima Konaté | 27 | 0 | Liverpool |
| 10 | Defender | Jules Koundé | 46 | 0 | Barcelona |
| 11 | Defender | Malo Gusto | 9 | 0 | Chelsea |
| 12 | Defender | Maxence Lacroix | 2 | 0 | Crystal Palace |
| 13 | Midfielder | N'Golo Kanté | 67 | 2 | Fenerbahçe |
| 14 | Midfielder | Adrien Rabiot | 57 | 7 | AC Milan |
| 15 | Midfielder | Manu Koné | 12 | 0 | Roma |
| 16 | Midfielder | Aurélien Tchouaméni | 44 | 3 | Real Madrid |
| 17 | Midfielder | Warren Zaïre-Emery | 10 | 1 | Paris Saint-Germain |
| 18 | Forward | Maghnes Akliouche | 7 | 1 | Monaco |
| 19 | Forward | Kylian Mbappé | 96 | 56 | Real Madrid |
| 20 | Forward | Ousmane Dembélé | 58 | 7 | Paris Saint-Germain |
| 21 | Forward | Michael Olise | 15 | 4 | Bayern Munich |
| 22 | Forward | Désiré Doué | 6 | 2 | Paris Saint-Germain |
| 23 | Forward | Bradley Barcola | 18 | 3 | Paris Saint-Germain |
| 24 | Forward | Rayan Cherki | 5 | 1 | Manchester City |
| 25 | Forward | Marcus Thuram | 33 | 3 | Inter Milan |
| 26 | Forward | Jean-Philippe Mateta | 3 | 2 | Crystal Palace |
France FIFA World Cup 2026 Schedule
| Match No. | Date | Match | Venue | City | Stage | Time (Local) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 | Tue, June 16 | France vs Senegal | MetLife Stadium (NY/NJ) | East Rutherford | Group Stage | 15:00 |
| 42 | Mon, June 22 | France vs Iraq | Philadelphia Stadium (Lincoln Fin.) | Philadelphia | Group Stage | 17:00 |
| 66 | Fri, June 26 | Norway vs France | Boston Stadium (Gillette) | Boston | Group Stage | 18:00 |
France FIFA World Cup 2026 Results
| Date | Match | Match Score | Venue | Stage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 June 2026 | France vs Senegal | Upcoming Fixture | MetLife Stadium (NY/NJ), East Rutherford | Group Stage |
| 22 June 2026 | France vs Iraq | Upcoming Fixture | Philadelphia Stadium (Lincoln Financial Field), Philadelphia | Group Stage |
| 26 June 2026 | Norway vs France | Upcoming Fixture | Boston Stadium (Gillette), Foxborough | Group Stage |
France FIFA World Cup Titles
| Year | Host Country | Final Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | France | Brazil | Won 3-0 |
| 2018 | Russia | Croatia | Won 4-2 |
France All-Time FIFA World Cup Stats
| Stat | Record |
|---|---|
| Total Matches Played | 73 |
| Wins | 39 |
| Draws | 14 |
| Losses | 20 |
| Goals Scored | 136 |
| Goals Conceded | 85 |
| Clean Sheets | 26 |
| Semi-final Appearances | 7 |
France Most FIFA World Cup Appearances
| Rank | Player | Matches | Tournaments | Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hugo Lloris | 20 | 4 | 2010-2022 |
| 2 | Lilian Thuram | 16 | 4 | 1998-2006 |
| 3 | Antoine Griezmann | 17 | 3 | 2014-2022 |
| 4 | Olivier Giroud | 15 | 3 | 2014-2022 |
| 5 | Zinedine Zidane | 12 | 3 | 1998-2006 |
| 6 | Raphaël Varane | 15 | 3 | 2014-2022 |
| 7 | Thierry Henry | 17 | 4 | 1998-2010 |
| 8 | Patrick Vieira | 14 | 3 | 1998-2006 |
| 9 | Kylian Mbappé | 14 | 2 | 2018-2022 |
| 10 | Didier Deschamps | 13 | 3 | 1998-2002 |
France Top Scorers in FIFA World Cup
| Rank | Player | Goals | Matches | World Cups |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Just Fontaine | 13 | 6 | 1958 |
| 2 | Kylian Mbappé | 12 | 14 | 2018-2022 |
| 3 | Thierry Henry | 6 | 17 | 1998-2010 |
| 4 | Antoine Griezmann | 7 | 17 | 2014-2022 |
| 5 | Olivier Giroud | 6 | 15 | 2014-2022 |
| 6 | Zinedine Zidane | 3 | 12 | 1998-2006 |
| 7 | Michel Platini | 5 | 5 | 1978-1986 |
| 8 | David Trezeguet | 3 | 8 | 1998-2006 |
| 9 | Papin Jean-Pierre | 2 | 5 | 1986 |
| 10 | Marcus Thuram | 1 | 5 | 2022 |
FAQs About France FIFA World Cup Records
France has won the FIFA World Cup two times in 1998 and 2018.
Just Fontaine is France’s leading FIFA World Cup goalscorer with 13 goals.
Hugo Lloris holds the record for the most FIFA World Cup appearances for France.
France’s biggest FIFA World Cup victory was a 7-3 win against Paraguay during the 1958 FIFA World Cup.
France last won the FIFA World Cup in 2018 after defeating Croatia in the final.