Overview

• Kylian Mbappé has been included in Didier Deschamps' France squad for the UEFA Nations League quarterfinals after being absent for over six months.
• Mbappé, who has scored 28 goals this season for Real Madrid, was previously left out due to fitness concerns and personal controversies but remains the team's captain.
• France will face Croatia in a two-leg quarterfinal, with the first match in Split on March 20 and the return leg at Stade de France on March 23.
• Teenage PSG winger Désiré Doué, 19, has been called up for the first time after an impressive season, contributing to 17 goals in 23 appearances for his club.
• N'Golo Kanté is absent from the squad due to a minor muscle injury, while regulars like Eduardo Camavinga and Jules Koundé are included.