Overview

• Didier Deschamps unveiled his 23-man list for September’s fixtures against Ukraine in Wroclaw on 5 September and Iceland at the Parc des Princes on 9 September.
• Adrien Rabiot was retained despite his club dispute at Marseille, with the coach saying the player’s situation must be clarified before he joins the squad.
• Maghnes Akliouche received a first senior call-up, with Deschamps highlighting his wide profile and technical qualities while noting he can improve his finishing.
• Hugo Ekitike was not selected despite his bright start at Liverpool, and Deschamps said there is heavy competition for central attacking roles while stressing the striker’s potential.
• Regular defenders Dayot Upamecano, William Saliba and Jules Koundé returned to reinforce the back line, and the goalkeeper trio of Mike Maignan, Lucas Chevalier and Brice Samba remained unchanged.