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France prepares for World Cup with friendly against Northern Ireland

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 10:15 AM

Last updated Jun 8, 2026

France prepares for World Cup with friendly against Northern Ireland
Summary

France faces Northern Ireland in a friendly match on June 8, 2026, as part of their final preparations before the World Cup begins. Coach Didier Deschamps aims to restore confidence and refine tactics following a recent loss to the Ivory Coast. Kylian Mbappé leads the attack, needing one goal to tie as France’s all-time top scorer. Northern Ireland arrives with a youthful squad and positive momentum after a win against Guinea, looking to challenge the French side. The kick-off is scheduled for 8:10 PM BST at Decathlon Arena, Villeneuve D’Ascq.

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  • •France's last friendly before the World Cup starts
  • •Kylian Mbappé poised to equal scoring record
  • •Northern Ireland fielding a young team after recent victory
  • •Match kick-off at 8:10 PM BST on June 8, 2026
  • •Set to take place at Decathlon Arena in France
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  • 10:15 AMYahoo Sports — France vs Northern Ireland – Predicted lineup and team news
  • 10:15 AMYahoo Sports — France vs Northern Ireland – Match preview and team news
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France face Northern Ireland in their final friendly match before the Worl Cup begins on Monday night as Didier Deschamps’ men looks gain momentum ahead of the biggest footballing event.France vs No...

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France take on Northern Ireland in their final warm-up before Monday’s World Cup kick-off, with Didier Deschamps aiming to find momentum ahead of football’s biggest stage.Les Bleus are hunting for...

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