France Turns to a Fresh Face as Mbappé Sits Out Azerbaijan Clash
France, already qualified for the 2026 World Cup, will field several youngsters as Mbappé misses out due to an ankle issue. Deschamps signals a rotational lineup, giving Lucas Chevalier a potential France debut while eyeing the future. The match against Azerbaijan serves as a platform to test depth, with a backdrop of Mbappé’s continued ambition and the team’s broader World Cup ambitions. Quotes from Mbappé underline the balance between pride and the hunger to win.