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France's Path to the 2026 World Cup Final: Fixtures, Opponents, and Ticket Info

Fans of France have reasons to feel confident as the team aims for a third World Cup title, following strong showings in the group stage. Victories over Senegal, Iraq, and Norway secured their spot in the Round of 32 where they will face Sweden. This guide outlines what lies ahead for Didier Deschamps' squad up to the final on July 19.

What Comes Next for France?

If France beats Sweden, they will face Paraguay in the Round of 16 on July 4 in Philadelphia. Should they advance again, the quarterfinal match on July 9 in Boston will be against either Canada or Morocco.

How to Secure France World Cup Tickets

Ticket sales are currently open through several channels:

  • Last-Minute Sales Phase: Live now with tickets sold first-come, first-served directly from FIFA.
  • Official FIFA Resale Marketplace: The authorized site for verified ticket resales at face value, open until the tournament ends.
  • Secondary Marketplaces: Platforms like StubHub offer tickets, often for knockout rounds, though prices can vary. Buyers should review terms carefully.

Ticket Pricing Overview

FIFA's tiered pricing means group stage tickets can start as low as $60, rising to nearly $7,000 for final matches. Prices differ by category and stage:

France’s 2026 World Cup Squad

The roster includes experienced players and fresh talent across all positions:

  • Goalkeepers: Mike Maignan (AC Milan), Robin Risser (Lens), Brice Samba (Rennes)
  • Defenders: Lucas Digne (Aston Villa), Malo Gusto (Chelsea), Lucas Hernandez (Paris St-Germain), Theo Hernandez (Al Hilal), Ibrahima Konate (Liverpool), Maxence Lacroix (Crystal Palace), Jules Kounde (Barcelona), William Saliba (Arsenal), Dayot Upamecano (Bayern Munich)
  • Midfielders: N’Golo Kante (Fenerbahçe), Manu Kone (Roma), Adrien Rabiot (AC Milan), Aurelien Tchouameni (Real Madrid), Warren Zaire-Emery (Paris St-Germain)
  • Forwards: Maghnes Akliouche (Monaco), Bradley Barcola (Paris St-Germain), Rayan Cherki (Manchester City), Ousmane Dembele (Paris St-Germain), Desire Doue (Paris St-Germain), Michael Olise (Bayern Munich), Kylian Mbappe (Real Madrid), Jean-Phillippe Mateta (Crystal Palace), Marcus Thuram (Inter Milan)

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