Didier Deschamps has announced a squad featuring seven Premier League players for France’s March international break.
France will play friendly matches against Brazil and Colombia later this month as they prepare for the 2026 World Cup.
Entering this tournament as strong contenders, having reached the last two World Cup finals, Deschamps’ squad includes several Premier League players.
Liverpool’s Ibrahima Konate and Hugo Ekitike are in the lineup, alongside Arsenal’s William Saliba, Chelsea’s Malo Gusto, and Lucas Digne from Aston Villa in the defense.
In midfield and attack, Manchester City’s Rayan Cherki and Spurs’ Randal Kolo Muani have been selected. However, Crystal Palace’s Jean-Philippe Mateta has not made the cut.
France squad for March friendlies against Brazil and Colombia
Goalkeepers: Lucas Chevalier, Mike Maignan, Brice Samba.
Defenders: Malo Gusto, Lucas Hernandez, Theo Hernandez, Ibrahima Konate, William Saliba, Lucas Digne, Dayot Upamecano, Pierre Kalulu.
Midfielders: Adrien Rabiot, Eduardo Camavinga, N’Golo Kante, Aurelien Tchouameni, Manu Kone, Warren Zaire-Emery.
Forwards: Kylian Mbappe, Michael Olise, Ousmane Dembele, Desire Doue, Randal Kolo Muani, Rayan Cherki, Hugo Ekitike, Marcus Thuram, Maghnes Akliouche.
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