"Didier Deschamps has named his latest selection that includes major changes from September after a significant number of injuries has forced his hand. France won their opening two World Cup qualifiers with wins against Ukraine and Iceland. You may like Les Bleus will face Azerbaijan and play their return leg against Iceland as they look to edge closer to booking their place in Mexico, Canada and the USA."
"Several key names miss out on Deschamps' October camp, including Ballon d'Or winner Ousmane Dembele, who picked up an injury in the September fixture against Ukraine. Desire Doue, who starred in last season's Champions League final, also misses out through injury, while Aurelien Tchouameni is not included after he picked up a red card against Iceland in their last fixture, meaning he is suspended."
Didier Deschamps named an October France squad ahead of World Cup 2026 qualifiers against Azerbaijan and Iceland. Several key players miss the camp through injury or suspension, including Ousmane Dembele (injured vs Ukraine), Desire Doue (injured), and Aurelien Tchouameni (suspended after a red card vs Iceland). The squad features surprise call-ups such as Jean-Philippe Mateta after strong form and Christopher Nkunku despite recent club difficulties. France previously won qualifiers against Ukraine and Iceland and aim to secure qualification for Mexico, Canada and the USA. The selection lists three goalkeepers, multiple defenders, midfielders, and forwards including Kylian Mbappe.
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