France Names Star-Studded Squad for 2026 World Cup

France's head coach Didier Deschamps announced a 26-man squad for the 2026 World Cup, featuring star players Kylian Mbappé and Ousmane Dembélé. Despite recent injury struggles, Mbappé, who has scored 56 goals for France, is expected to captain the team.

Dembélé, who netted 35 goals and won the Champions League with Paris Saint-Germain last season, is also a key player. The squad includes seven Premier League players, such as William Saliba and N'Golo Kanté, and notable absentees like Eduardo Camavinga and Tottenham's Randal Kolo Muani.

The team will begin their World Cup campaign against Senegal in New Jersey on June 16, followed by matches against Iraq on June 22 and Norway on June 26. Deschamps emphasized the importance of team balance over individual talent in his selections.