World Cup 2026 qualifiers: France-Azerbaijan, the probable formations

France hosts Azerbaijan in the 2026 World Cup qualifying challenge. Kickoff at 8:45 p.m. at the Parc des Princes in Paris. The hosts lead Group D with full points with six, while the Azerbaijanis, last in the standings along with Ukraine with just one point, have never beaten the transalpines.

Didier Deschamps has to deal with a Mbappè who is not at his best but should still lead the Galletti’s attack, supported by Coman, Olise and Ekitiké in the three-quarter. Midfield dike formed by Khéphren Thuram (Juventus) and Rabiot (Milan).

On the other side, Abbasov is expected to opt for a shrewd 5-4-1: Emreli, Mahmudov, Khaybullayev and Ahmadzada will act in support of the only offensive terminal Dadashov.

Probable lineups

France (4-2-3-1): Maignan; Koundé, Saliba, Upamecano, Digne; Koné, Rabiot; Coman, Olise, Ekitiké; Mbappé. All. Deschamps.

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Azerbaijan (5-4-1): Mahahmmadaliev; Aliyev, Badalov, Mustafazada, Krivotsyuk, Jafarguliyev; Emreli, Mahmudov, Khaybullayev, Ahmadzada; Dadashov. All. Abbasov.