France defeated Azerbaijan in a World Cup 2026 qualifying match, with Kylian Mbappé scoring a crucial goal. The match, part of the qualifiers for the upcoming World Cup, saw France aiming to solidify their position in Group D after previous wins against Ukraine and Iceland.
Key Highlights of the Match
The French team, despite missing key players like Ballon d'Or winner Ousmane Dembélé due to injuries, managed to secure a victory. Other notable absentees included Désiré Doué, Bradley Barcola, Rayan Cherki, and Aurélien Tchouaméni. Jean-Philippe Mateta, a silver medalist at the Olympics in 2024, received a call-up to the squad.
Historically, France has a strong record against Azerbaijan. Thirty years ago, France defeated Azerbaijan 10-0 in a World Cup qualifier. Only five players from that game did not become world champions three years later. The match also marked the first time Zinedine Zidane and Youri Djorkaeff played together for France.
Looking Ahead
With this win, France aims to continue their strong performance in the World Cup qualifiers. The team is focused on securing their spot in the upcoming tournament despite challenges posed by injuries and tough competition within their group.
- France beat Azerbaijan in World Cup 2026 qualifier.
- Kylian Mbappé scored a key goal.
- France aims to solidify their position in Group D.