Turkey v France: how to watch, time, line-ups and Zidane debut | OneFootball

TurkeyxFrance face off on Friday afternoon (25) in the opening round of League A of the 2026/27 UEFA Nations League. The match will be played at Kocaeli Stadyumu, in Kocaeli, with kickoff scheduled for 3:45 PM (Brasília time).

The match marks the beginning of a new era for the French national team, with the highly anticipated debut of Zinédine Zidane as head coach of Les Bleus. The home side is counting on the heated atmosphere in Kocaeli and the talent of its rising stars to surprise the French right in the first round.

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Where to watch Turkey x France

Turkey: Heated atmosphere in Kocaeli and Creativity with Arda Güler

The Turkish national team takes the field focused on making home advantage a major difference against one of the biggest powers in world football. Under the management of Italian coach Vincenzo Montella, the Turks are aiming for dynamic, attacking football to open their League A campaign with points on the board.

Playmaker Hakan Çalhanoğlu leads the midfield buildup, while young star Arda Güler takes on the role of the team’s main creative force, supplying the attacking line made up of Barış Alper Yılmaz, Kerem Aktürkoğlu, and Kenan Yıldız.

Probable Lineup

France: Mbappé Starts and a Powerful Attack

Even playing away from home, France comes in as the favorite to secure its first win in the new Nations League cycle. Coach Zinédine Zidane is expected to field his strongest lineup to control the game from the start and overcome the hostile atmosphere.

The team’s main attraction is Kylian Mbappé, confirmed as a starter and team captain. He will form the French front three alongside Ousmane Dembélé and Bradley Barcola, supported by a second midfield line featuring Tchouaméni, Manu Koné, and N’Golo Kanté.

Probable Lineup

Match Details for Turkey x France

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Turkey x France

Will Kylian Mbappé play today?

Yes! The France forward and captain is confirmed in the likely starting lineup put together by Didier Deschamps to lead Les Bleus’ attack.

What time is the match between Turkey and France?

The match will be played this Friday, September 25, 2026, at 3:45 PM (Brasília time).

Where can you watch Turkey x France live?

The match will be broadcast live on the pay TV channel ESPN and on the streaming service Disney+.

Which stadium will host the match between Turkey x France?

The match will take place at Turka Araç Muayene Kocaeli Stadyumu, in the city of Kocaeli, Turkey.

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