Overview
- Didier Deschamps confirmed a 24-man list for matches against Ukraine on November 13 at the Parc des Princes and Azerbaijan on November 16.
- N'Golo Kanté was recalled to replace Aurélien Tchouaméni, who is out with a left thigh injury, with Deschamps saying Kanté is performing at his best level.
- Adrien Rabiot remains unavailable due to a calf issue, while Mattéo Guendouzi, Boubacar Kamara and Youssouf Fofana are also not included.
- Randal Kolo Muani returns after regaining fitness and playing time at Tottenham, which Deschamps called a logical decision given his versatility and experience.
- U21 coach Gérald Baticle named his squad for Euro 2027 qualifying against Switzerland on November 14 and the Faroe Islands on November 17, with Warren Zaïre-Emery moving to the seniors and Senny Mayulu and Herba Guirassy back from injury.