Overview
- A victory secures qualification for 2026, with Kylian Mbappé insisting "the only option is victory"; a draw keeps France in firm control, and a loss defers the verdict to Sunday.
- Didier Deschamps has recalled N'Golo Kanté and indicated he will start alongside Manu Koné in midfield, based on the final training setup.
- Training reports point to an attacking line of Michael Olise, Rayan Cherki and Bradley Barcola supporting Kylian Mbappé.
- Khephren Thuram was called up as a precaution because Eduardo Camavinga's status remains uncertain.
- Before kickoff, a minute of silence will be observed and the team will wear the Bleuet de France insignia as part of the 13 November commemorations.