EdF: the Blues’ schedule for the World Cup is set

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By: Nicolas Gerbault

Friendly: efficient Blues take on Brazil with forceps

Iraq dominated Bolivia last night (2-1), which means that Didier Deschamps’ squad is well and truly set for the 2026 World Cup. Indeed, the Blues’ schedule was recently revealed. First, they will challenge Senegal on June 16 (9 p.m. French time). They will then face Iraq (which has just qualified) on June 22 (11 p.m. French time). Then, the Tricolores will be able to conclude this qualifying phase against Norway on June 26 (9 p.m. French time).

In a rather qualitative Group I, since the Lions of Téranga are the winners of CAN 2025 (on the field), and Erling Haaland’s teammates dominated their opponents during World Cup qualifying, the French will have to perform. As a reminder, in this new 48-team format, it is the first two in each group as well as the eight best third-placed teams who will qualify for the round of 16. Kylian Mbappé’s teammates are more than ever expected in this competition on the American continent, and it is fast approaching…

Nicolas Gerbault

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Nicolas Gerbault

Nicolas Gerbault is a passionate and knowledgeable football enthusiast with a special focus on French football. Born and raised in France, Nicolas discovered his love for the beautiful game at a young age and developed a deep understanding of the ins and outs of "Le Championnat." His French roots and extensive experience in football journalism have made him an invaluable asset to the French Football Weekly team. As an author for the website, his expertise includes not only in-depth analysis of Ligue 1 and Ligue 2 matches but also insightful profiles of up-and-coming talents, detailed transfer news, and engaging coverage of the French national team. His captivating writing style and undeniable passion for the game have earned him a loyal following among our readers. When he's not crafting engaging articles for French Football Weekly, Nicolas enjoys attending live matches whenever he can, exploring football culture in various French cities, and engaging in spirited debates with fellow fans.