🤕Change to the squad: Camavinga ruled out late for France | OneFootball

On the eve of the decisive 2026 World Cup qualifying match against Ukraine, the French Football Team (FFF) has announced a last-minute call-up. Midfielder Khéphren Thuram, a Juventus player, joins the group led by Didier Deschamps.

Thuram's arrival, who had already been called up in October but was left out of the initial November list, is due to an unexpected injury.

Camavinga, a significant loss

According to reports from RMC Sport, Khéphren Thuram comes in to cover the absence of Eduardo Camavinga. The young Real Madrid midfielder has suffered a hamstring injury, forcing him to leave the training camp and miss the final commitments of the World Cup qualifiers. Camavinga's injury represents a significant loss in Les Bleus' midfield.

Remaining schedule

France faces two crucial matches to secure their place in the 2026 World Cup. Thuram's inclusion is a move by Deschamps to ensure squad depth in this final stretch:

The presence of Khéphren Thuram will provide Deschamps with a fresh and talented option to tackle the midfield in these vital commitments.

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