Who Are in France World Cup Squad: Final List of 25 Players

Jenny Lee November 10, 2022 | 08:56

France officially announced the list of 25 players to attend the 2022 World Cup in Qatar with the participation of stars such as Kylian Mbappe, Antoine Griezmann, Oliver Giroud.

France World Cup 2022 Final Squad

At the 2022 World Cup, coach Deschamps led the French team to defend the championship with the journey starting in Group D with Australia, Denmark and Tunisia. In the opening match "Les Bleus" against Australia at 2 am on 23.11.

Although Karim Benzema missed the recent match against Real Madrid due to injury, coach Didier Deschamps still included him in the list to go to Qatar. Man United's center-back Varane, although worried about being absent due to injury, was suddenly named at the last minute.

36-year-old striker Olivier Giroud is also on the list to go to Qatar. He is in high form with 9 goals in 18 games for Milan since the beginning of the season, including 5 in Serie A and 6 in the Champions League, and has 49 goals for France This achievement is the second most in the more than 100-year history of the club. "Les Bleus", and just two goals short of Thierry Henry's record.

Besides Giroud, the French attack also has familiar names such as Karim Benzema, Kingsley Coman, Ousmane Dembele, Antoine Griezmann, Kylian Mbappe or Christopher Nkunku. In particular, Benzema relapsed with a thigh injury and missed Real Madrid's last three matches in La Liga. However, Deschamps believes the 2022 Golden Ball will be in the best shape before the 2022 World Cup.

France was forced to completely refresh the midfield when the pillars of the 2018 World Cup championship were absent. Paul Pogba, N'Golo Kante are injured, and Corentin Tolisso or Blaise Matuidi are not in top form. Instead, Deschamps gave opportunities to young players Eduardo Camavinga (19 years old), Aurelien Tchouameni (22), or Matteo Guendouzi, Youssouf Fofana (23).

In defense, Raphael Varane is still present even though he has not played since the end of October due to injury. The 29-year-old will have to compete with William Saliba, Lucas Hernandez, Presnel Kimpembe, Ibrahima Konate and Dayot Upamecano for two starting positions, as Deschamps confirms he will use a four-back formation. On both sides, Jules Kounde and Theo Hernandez are almost certain to start the game.

In the wooden frame, Hugo Lloris is sure to start as the captain of the French team, with Alphonse Areola and Steve Mandanda as two substitutes.

Full List of 25 French Players for the 2022 World Cup

♦ Goalkeepers: Alphonse Areola, Hugo Lloris, Steve Mandanda

♦ Defenders: Lucas Hernandez, Theo Hernandez, Presnel Kimpembe, Ibrahima Konate, Jules Kounde, Benjamin Pavard, William Saliba, Dayot Upamecano, Raphael Varane

♦ Midfielders: Eduardo Camavinga, Youssouf Fofana, Matteo Guendouzi, Adrien Rabiot, Aurelien Tchouameni, Jordan Veretout

♦ Forwards: Karim Benzema, Kingsley Coman, Ousmane Dembele, Olivier Giroud, Antoine Griezmann, Kylian Mbappe, Christopher Nkunku

Who Are in France World Cup Squad: Final List of 25 Players

France Team at World Cup 2022

At the 2018 World Cup, the average age of the French team was 25 years and 10 months, with 5 players over 30, including Giroud, Mandanda, Matuidi, Giroud, Rami. Going to Qatar this time, Deschamps also called 5 players over 30, including Lloris, Mandanda, Giroud, Benzema, Griezmann, but the average age of France increased slightly, to 26 years and 8 months. Camavinga is the youngest in the team, at 19 years old, almost half the age of Mandanda - the 37-year-old goalkeeper.

French Famous Players Missing Out World Cup 2022

The two most unfortunate absences from the French team at this World Cup are midfield duo Paul Pogba and N'Golo Kante due to injury. In addition, two talents are expected but not named Anthony Martial (M.U), Mendy (Read Madrid).

In addition to Pogba and Kante, the stars absent from this list include Mike Magnan (Milan), Ferland Mendy (Real), Lucas Digne (Aston Villa), Wesley Fofana (Chelsea), Tanguy Ndombele ( Napoli) Boubacar Kamara or (Aston Villa).

Coach Deschamps shared: “Honestly, this is not the easiest squad to choose and that is the job of the team coaches. Some players are recovering from injuries, others were hurt last night and some could be injured today.

France will gather at the Clairefontaine National Training Center from November 14, then go to Qatar on November 16 to start the campaign to defend the gold cup.

"Les Bleus" defeated Brazil to win the World Cup for the first time at home in 1998. They won the second time when they defeated Croatia in the final 2018.