Paul Pogba declares 2026 France team stronger than 2018 World Cup winners
ESPN Soccer • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 13, 2026, 11:22 AM
Last updated Jun 13, 2026

Paul Pogba stated that the current France team at the 2026 World Cup surpasses the quality of the 2018 squad, of which he was a member. His remarks were made during an interview discussing the team's capabilities and depth as they prepare for the tournament. Pogba's comments suggest confidence in the squad's potential to achieve success. This assessment may reflect both the talent within the current roster and the lessons learned from previous tournaments.
- •Pogba participated in the 2018 World Cup winning squad.
- •He now compares the 2026 team favorably to the previous one.
- •The remarks were made in the context of preparation for the 2026 tournament.
- 12:14 PMESPN Soccer — Pogba: 2026 France better than 2018 WC winners
"Paul Pogba has claimed that the France team at the 2026 World Cup is better than the 2018 winners, which he was a part of.
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