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A very, very solid XI.

As the 2025–26 season draws to a close, it’s time to pay tribute to the French players who have shone.

In some positions, the choices were not easy, starting with goalkeeper. Despite his very fine season with Lens, Robin Risser was edged out by Mike Maignan, once again imperious with AC Milan, especially when it came to penalties.

At right-back, with Jules Koundé’s repeated injuries and Malo Gusto having a mixed season, Warren Zaïre-Emery was our choice to fill the role in this team.

In midfield, it was impossible not to include Rayan Cherki, who enjoyed an outstanding first season with Manchester City.

Up front, after long deliberations, Ballon d’Or winner Ousmane Dembélé was left out of the team, hindered by his physical issues. His place is taken by Florian Thauvin, who has been magnificent for Lens.

Finally, despite a more difficult second half of the season, Kylian Mbappé is indeed in the XI, thanks in particular to the 42 goals he has scored for his club this season.

So, what do you think of this team? Tell us everything in the comments?

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