CdM 2026, France: player numbers revealed

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By: Manu Tournoux

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After the announcement of Didier Deschamps’ list, 26 French players will compete in the 2026 World Cup on American soil from June 11 and until July 19 if they reach the final for the third time in a row. This Friday, the French Football Federation revealed the tricolor numbers for the competition. Among the goalkeepers, Brice Samba will have number 1, while Mike Maignan will keep 16 and Robin Risser 23.

In defense, Malo Gusto and Lucas Digne will have the 2 and 3 respectively. In midfield, Auélien Tchouaméni will keep the 8, Manu Koné will have the 6, Rayan Cherki the 24 and Warren Zaire-Emery the 18. In attack, Ousmane Dembélé will keep the number 7, Michael Olise the 11, Marcus Thuram the 9 and Kylian Mbappé the 10. Désiré Doué and Jean-Philippe Mateta will have the 20th and the 22nd.

Manu Tournoux

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Manu Tournoux

Manu Tournoux is a passionate and knowledgeable football enthusiast with a special focus on French football. Born and raised in France, Manu 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, Manu enjoys attending live matches whenever he can, exploring football culture in various French cities, and engaging in spirited debates with fellow fans.