Ukraine vs France: Predictions and Betting Tips for September 6, 2025

This Thursday, Wrocław Stadium in Poland will host an exciting match in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, with Ukraine taking on France. Here’s a look at a betting option for this matchup.

Match Preview

The Ukrainian team has a history of facing France in qualifiers and has become resilient against them. During the 2022 World Cup qualifiers, they played France twice and managed 1-1 draws both times, showing skill in defense and taking advantage of limited opportunities. Over the last 10 World Cup qualifiers, Ukraine has only lost once.

Under coach Serhiy Rebrov, the team is known for its strong defensive play in the first half; they did not concede before halftime in 12 of their last 15 qualifiers. Despite missing Lunin and Tymchyk, the team remains competitive with a well-structured midfield. Playing at home—though in Poland—might also give Ukraine an edge.

France enters the qualifiers as a top contender but has faced changes. The retirement of Griezmann, along with injuries to Saliba and Cherki, has prompted coach Didier Deschamps to adjust his attack. However, the team has strong depth and can still pose a threat even with rotation.

Traditionally, France begins qualifiers strongly, remaining unbeaten in their last 12 away qualifier matches. They often take a careful approach on the road, scoring no more than two goals in 7 of their last 8 away games. Matches against Ukraine have often been challenging for France, especially when playing away.

Probable Lineups

• Ukraine: Trubin, Zabarnyi, Svatok, Matviyenko, Yarmolyuk, Mykolenko, Zinchenko, Kalyuzhnyi, Sudakov, Hutsulyak, Dovbyk
• France: Maignan, Digne, Gusto, Hernandez, Upamecano, Rabiot, Tchouaméni, Thuram, Olise, Doue, Mbappé

Match Facts and Head-to-Head

• Ukraine has lost only 2 of their last 6 official matches against France.
• France has not won by more than one goal in 7 of their last 10 away World Cup qualifiers.
• In 11 of Ukraine’s last 14 qualifiers, the total goals scored have been two or less.

Prediction

France is favored on paper, but Ukraine has shown they can compete with top teams. Given their home status, familiarity with France, and strong defense, this match may not be a blowout. A recommended bet is “Ukraine with a +1.5 handicap” at odds of 1.75.