France squad: Didier Deschamps unveils his selections for the 2026 World Cup
Key takeaways
- France head coach Didier Deschamps, appearing on TF1, before announcing his squad for the upcoming World Cup live on air. © Icon Sport - S.
- From the show Reading time 1 min Didier Deschamps has announced his 26-man France squad for the 2026 World Cup.
- The Brazilian Football Confederation has extended Carlo Ancelotti’s contract until 2030, ahead of the announcement of Brazil’s World Cup squad on 18 May.
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France head coach Didier Deschamps, appearing on TF1, before announcing his squad for the upcoming World Cup live on air. © Icon Sport - S. Ruhaut Issued on: 15/05/2026 - 07:14Modified: 15/05/2026 - 07:17
From the show Reading time 1 min Didier Deschamps has announced his 26-man France squad for the 2026 World Cup. For his final tournament in charge of Les Bleus, the France coach has selected 25 capped internationals and one newcomer, Robin Risser. France will travel with three goalkeepers, nine defenders, five midfielders and nine forwards.
The Brazilian Football Confederation has extended Carlo Ancelotti’s contract until 2030, ahead of the announcement of Brazil’s World Cup squad on 18 May.