Tottenham forward Randal Kolo Muani has failed to secure a place in the French national team ahead of the 2026 World Cup. Head coach Didier Deschamps has opted for Crystal Palace striker Jean-Philippe Mateta instead.
The final squad for Les Bleus is set to be announced today, with many fans eager to see the decisions made by the coaching staff. According to L’Equipe, this announcement is expected to surprise some supporters.
Kolo Muani, who is 27 years old, has struggled this season, scoring only 5 goals in 39 appearances for Tottenham. In contrast, 28-year-old Mateta has had a more fruitful year, netting 14 goals in 47 matches for Crystal Palace, marking one of the best seasons of his career.
The official list of players representing France at the World Cup will be made public later this evening.