France v Ukraine: Likely France line-up featuring Barcola and Cherki | OneFootball

This Thursday, the French National Team will play in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Ukraine at 8:45 PM at the Parc des Princes. A match that involves 5 Paris Saint-Germain players. 4 on the French side: Lucas Chevalier, Lucas Hernandez, Warren Zaïre-Emery, and Bradley Barcola. 1 on the Ukrainian side: Ilya Zabarnyi. Le Parisien and L’Equipe are already announcing this Wednesday a probable lineup for the Bleus, with only one doubt regarding the left-back position in a 4-2-3-1 formation that includes Barcola.

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Barcola – Cherki – Olise

Kanté – Koné

Digne or T. Hernandez – Upamecano – Saliba – Koundé

Maignan.

These are entirely possible choices, especially since the press is often better informed about Didier Deschamps’ intentions with the French National Team than coach Luis Enrique is at PSG. There is also a logic considering the players available and the competition. It’s worth noting the possible starting spot for Ryan Cherki, which many have been waiting for but is not yet certain.

Barcola could also start despite recent fatigue, possibly benefiting from his rest during the match against Lyon on Sunday. And, perhaps, with the idea of resting again on Sunday against Azerbaijan, especially if qualification for the World Cup is secured tonight with a victory.

We are still waiting for certainties regarding the lineup for tomorrow night; changes are still possible.

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