Overview
- France’s coach said he intends to replace every starter from the Ukraine win, which would be a first in his tenure since 2012.
- Goalkeeper Lucas Chevalier is confirmed to start in Azerbaijan for his first senior cap.
- A projected lineup includes Chevalier, Gusto, captain Konaté, Lucas and Theo Hernandez, Akliouche, Zaïre-Emery, Khéphren Thuram, Nkunku, Ekitiké and Mateta.
- The overhaul follows a three-day turnaround and significant travel, with Kylian Mbappé out with an ankle issue, Eduardo Camavinga withdrawn and Manu Koné suspended.
- Despite the low stakes, Deschamps told the squad to keep a professional approach and target a positive result.