France will travel to take on Iceland in their next 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier this Monday.
Both teams are eager to earn valuable points in this significant Group D clash, with France aiming to cement their spot in the World Cup. Iceland are striving to keep their qualification hopes alive.
France XI vs Iceland – Predicted lineup and team news
France Team News
Les Bleus will be without captain Kylian Mbappe, who has been sidelined due to a right ankle injury sustained during the recent 3-0 triumph over Azerbaijan. The Real Madrid forward, who has scored in 10 straight games for club and country, will return to his club for recovery.
In Mbappe’s absence, Mike Maignan is set to captain the team for the first time from kickoff. The AC Milan goalkeeper brings valuable leadership experience from his club duties.
Coach Didier Deschamps faces additional challenges with several key players missing. Liverpool’s defender Ibrahima Konate has withdrawn, with Benjamin Pavard called up as his replacement.
The squad is also without Bradley Barcola, Marcus Thuram, Desire Doue, and Ousmane Dembele due to injuries. Additionally, Aurelien Tchouameni is suspended.
Crystal Palace striker Jean-Philippe Mateta could make his full international debut leading the attack, stepping in for Mbappe.
Jean-Philippe Mateta. Senior debut for @equipedefrance.
More than proud 🇫🇷🫶 pic.twitter.com/3UMF0Gn1Gp
— Crystal Palace F.C. (@CPFC) October 11, 2025
France Predicted Lineup
Possible France starting XI: Maignan; Kounde, Saliba, Upamecano, T Hernandez; K Thuram, Rabiot; Coman, Olise, Ekitike; Mateta.
When will the match kick off?
The match will kick off at 7:45pm BST on Monday 13th October.
How to Watch Iceland vs France?
Fans in the UK can watch the match live on Prime Video UK.
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