France is preparing to welcome Azerbaijan to the Parc des Princes on Friday night, determined to extend their flawless run in World Cup qualifying.
Group D leaders Les Bleus are eyeing another three points, while Azerbaijan, sitting at the bottom, are still on the hunt for their inaugural victory of the campaign.
France vs Azerbaijan – Predicted lineup and team news
France Team News
Head coach Didier Deschamps has had to juggle his options for this clash due to a string of absentees. Kylian Mbappe, who picked up a slight ankle knock during Real Madrid’s recent win over Villarreal, has made the trip with the squad. Deschamps insists that the setback is minor and expects his talisman to feature in the starting eleven.
Aurelien Tchouameni is unavailable after receiving a red card in the previous outing against Iceland, likely paving the way for Adrien Rabiot to appear alongside Manu Kone in midfield.
In the attack, France is also feeling the impact of injuries. Ousmane Dembele, the newly crowned Ballon d’Or winner, will not be involved due to a fitness issue. Florian Thauvin has replaced Bradley Barcola in the squad after Barcola withdrew with a hamstring problem, while Marcus Thuram remains sidelined.
The encounter could see Crystal Palace’s Jean-Philippe Mateta earn his first senior international cap at the age of 28, and AC Milan’s Christopher Nkunku returns following a lengthy spell on the sidelines.
France Predicted Lineup
Possible France starting xi: Maignan; Kounde, Saliba, Upamecano, T. Hernandez; Rabiot, Kone; Coman, Olise, Ekitike; Mbappe
When will the match kick off?
The match will kick off at 7:45pm BST on Friday 10th October.
How to Watch France vs Azerbaijan?
Supporters in the UK can catch the action live via Amazon Prime’s pay-per-view service.
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