France sets strong lineup against Northern Ireland ahead of World Cup
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 8:18 PM
Last updated Jun 8, 2026
France has fielded a full-strength attack featuring Olise, Dembélé, Doué, and Mbappé in a match against Northern Ireland. This encounter serves as a final test before the world runners-up begin their World Cup campaign. Midfielders Rabiot and Tchouaméni will help control the game, while Saliba starts cautiously to prepare for the forthcoming tournament. The match is currently ongoing, with France showcasing their offensive power.
- •Olise, Dembélé, Doué, and Mbappé are starting in attack for France.
- •Rabiot and Tchouaméni will manage midfield responsibilities.
- •Saliba is in the lineup for precautionary reasons.
- •The match is a preparation before France's World Cup debut.
- 8:18 PMYahoo Sports — Olise at the double for France against Northern Ireland 🔥
- 6:25 PMYahoo Sports — 🚨France go full strength against Northern Ireland
"Didier Deschamps selected arguably his first-choice France lineup for his final home game in charge and he's been rewarded with a half-time lead. It came from one of his many world class players, Mic...
"Olise, Dembélé, Doué and Mbappé make up the attack Before the world runners-up make their World Cup debut, Northern Ireland will test the attacking power of a France side going all out up front....
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 8, 2026, 8:18 PMOlise at the double for France against Northern Ireland 🔥
Didier Deschamps selected arguably his first-choice France lineup for his final home game in charge and he's been rewarded with a half-time lead. It came from one of his many world class players, Mic...
- Yahoo SportsJun 8, 2026, 6:25 PM🚨France go full strength against Northern Ireland
Olise, Dembélé, Doué and Mbappé make up the attack Before the world runners-up make their World Cup debut, Northern Ireland will test the attacking power of a France side going all out up front....
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