Two-time World Cup champions, France, will approach their Group I opener against Senegal at MetLife Stadium with caution. The last time the two nations met in a World Cup opener back in 2002, defending champions France suffered a shock 1-0 defeat to debutants Senegal and went on to crash out of the tournament without a single win.
Since that setback, France have re-established themselves as a global powerhouse, reaching the finals in the last two editions and lifting the trophy in 2018. They also pushed Argentina to the brink in the 2022 final before losing on penalties after a thrilling 3-3 draw. With a strong, balanced squad led by Kylian Mbappe, France will be determined to avoid past mistakes and begin their campaign on a winning note.
France vs Senegal: Playing XI
France
XI (4-2-3-1): Maignan, Kounde, Saliba, Upamecano, Hernández, Tchouameni, Rabiot, Olise, Dembele, Doue, Mbappe
Senegal XI (4-3-3): Mendy, Diouf, Niakhate, Koulibaly, Diatta, Gueye, Gueye, Camara, Mane, Jackson, Sarr
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