Overview
- France head coach Didier Deschamps unveiled his 26-player list Thursday, confirming Marcus Thuram, Manu Koné, Mike Maignan and Adrien Rabiot.
- The squad includes no Juventus players, with midfielder Khéphren Thuram and defender Pierre Kalulu left out despite strong club form.
- Surprise calls feature Robin Risser as the third goalkeeper ahead of Lucas Chevalier, Maxence Lacroix preferred in defense, and Jean-Philippe Mateta chosen over Randal Kolo Muani up front.
- In midfield, Deschamps kept Tchouaméni, Zaïre‑Emery and Rabiot, brought back N’Golo Kanté for experience, and omitted Khéphren Thuram and Eduardo Camavinga.
- Deschamps said he is not leaving coaching and is focused on the tournament, while French media report he is expected to step down afterward with Zinedine Zidane widely viewed as the likely successor.