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Five PSG internationals join France squad ahead of friendly

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 3, 2026, 2:21 AM

Last updated Jun 3, 2026

Five PSG internationals join France squad ahead of friendly

Summary

On June 3, five French internationals from Paris Saint-Germain, including Lucas Hernandez and Ousmane Dembele, reported to Clairefontaine as they prepare for the 2026 World Cup. The players are expected to rest for an upcoming friendly match against the Ivory Coast on June 8. After their back-to-back Champions League victories, the squad will shift focus to national team duties. They will face Northern Ireland before beginning their World Cup campaign against Senegal on June 16. French President Emmanuel Macron met with the players to deliver a motivational speech.

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By the Numbers

•Lucas Hernandez and Ousmane Dembele join France squad at Clairefontaine
•PSG players likely to rest against Ivory Coast on June 8
•France's last friendly before World Cup is against Northern Ireland
•World Cup opener for France is against Senegal on June 16
•PSG achieved back-to-back Champions League titles

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2:21 AMYahoo Sports — 5 PSG French Internationals Join France Squad at Clairefontaine

What they're saying

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After PSG's back-to-back Champions League titles, the five French internationals reported to Clairefontaine. They are expected to rest for Thursday's friendly against the Ivory Coast.
— Yahoo Sports

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