Como captain Lucas Da Cunha joins France provisional squad for international break

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Last updated Sep 13, 2026

Como captain Lucas Da Cunha joins France provisional squad for international break
Summary

Como captain Lucas Da Cunha has been named to the provisional France squad ahead of the upcoming international break. The 25-year-old midfielder is one of several uncapped players included in the enlarged selection currently managed by Zinédine Zidane. Zidane is expected to trim the roster before announcing the final squad on 18th September. Since his 2023 move to the Serie A club from OGC Nice, Da Cunha has made 133 appearances with 20 goals and 15 assists. He has previously represented France at the U19 level but has yet to earn a senior international cap. Other notable names on the provisional list include Ismaelo Ganiou, Pablo Pagis, Andy Diouf, and Esteban Lepaul.

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  • Lucas Da Cunha earns a spot in the provisional France squad.
  • Zinédine Zidane will finalize the roster selection on 18th September.
  • Da Cunha has recorded 20 goals and 15 assists for Como since 2023.
  • The midfielder is currently competing with Como in the UEFA Champions League.
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  • 9:45 AMYahoo SportsComo’s Lucas Da Cunha latest to receive provisional France call-up
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Como captain Lucas Da Cunha (25) is the latest player to earn a place in Zinédine Zidane’s enlarged France squad for the upcoming international break, as per Le Parisien. Zidane will announce his f...

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