Create France's World Cup 2026 Squad & Lineup
France lineup graphics for World Cup 2026 matchdays. France bring 2 World Cup titles, 16 previous World Cup appearances, and a 42W 14D 20L World Cup match record.
Latest result
Group I · Match 61
1:4
Norwayvs.France
Venue (EDT)Fri, Jun 26 · 3:00 PMGillette Stadium · Foxborough
France countdown
Next World Cup match in
Next kickoffTue, Jun 30, 5:00 PM EDT
Knockout Stage against Sweden — have your starting XI ready.
Next match
Knockout Stage · Match 77
Francevs.Sweden
Venue (EDT)Tue, Jun 30 · 5:00 PMMetLife Stadium · East Rutherford
Squad
World Cup 2026 squad
France's 26-player squad for World Cup 2026, captained by Kylian Mbappé, set up in a 4-2-3-1. Drop the starting XI into the builder above to make a lineup graphic.
Goalkeepers
- 1Brice SambaGK
- 16Mike MaignanGK
- 23Robin RisserGK
Defenders
- 2Malo GustoCB
- 3Lucas DigneLB
- 4Dayot UpamecanoRCB
- 5Jules KoundéRB
- 15Ibrahima KonatéCB
- 17William SalibaLCB
- 19Theo HernándezLB
- 21Lucas HernándezCB
- 26Maxence LacroixLCB
Midfielders
- 6Manu KonéLM
- 7Ousmane DembéléRAM
- 8Aurélien TchouaméniRM
- 11Michael OliseCAM
- 12Bradley BarcolaLAM
- 13N'Golo KantéCM
- 14Adrien RabiotLM
- 18Warren Zaïre-EmeryCM
- 20Désiré DouéLAM
- 24Rayan CherkiCM
- 25Maghnes AklioucheCM
Forwards
- 9Marcus ThuramST
- 10Kylian MbappéCST
- 22Jean-Philippe MatetaST
Group standings & fixtures
Group I table & fixtures
Live Group I standings, France's fixtures, and possible Round of 32 matchups at World Cup 2026, updated as results come in.
World Cup history
France's title years
France have played 73 World Cup matches from 1930-2022, scoring 136 and conceding 85. France won the World Cup in 1998 and again in 2018, with their first tournament dating back to 1930.
Best finish
2x Winner
Won in 1998, 2018.
Appearances
16 Tournaments
First 1930, latest 2022.
Overall record
42W 14D 20L
146 scored, 87 conceded.
| Year | Result | P | W | D | L |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Runners-up | 7 | 5 | 1 | 1 |
| 2018 | Champions | 7 | 6 | 1 | 0 |
| 2014 | Quarter-finals | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
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| 2010 | Group stage | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| 2006 | Runners-up | 7 | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| 2002 | Group stage | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| 1998 | Champions | 7 | 6 | 1 | 0 |
| 1986 | Third place | 7 | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| 1982 | Fourth place | 7 | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| 1978 | Group stage | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| 1966 | Group stage | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| 1958 | Third place | 6 | 4 | 0 | 2 |
| 1954 | Group stage | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 1938 | Quarter-finals | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 1934 | Round of 16 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 1930 | Group stage | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
How it works
Four steps, under a minute
From template to downloadable graphic — no design skills needed.
- 1
Start with a France template
Pick a World Cup-themed layout and use team colors to make the graphic feel matchday-ready.
- 2
Add the France squad or XI
Enter squad players, starting names, and numbers, set the captain, and keep subs ready for matchday changes.
- 3
Adjust the formation
Switch between 4-3-3, 4-2-3-1, 3-5-2, and more. Player cards reposition automatically.
- 4
Export for matchday
Download a high-resolution PNG for Instagram, X, YouTube thumbnails, or fan group chats.
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France's title years
France have played 73 World Cup matches from 1930-2022, scoring 136 and conceding 85. France won the World Cup in 1998 and again in 2018, with their first tournament dating back to 1930.
Editable player cards
Name, number, and position for every player. Rename captain, subs, and staff without digging through menus.
Works on any device
The builder runs in your browser on desktop, tablet, and phone. Start on one, finish on another — your drafts follow you.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
Can I build France's World Cup 2026 squad and lineup for free?
Yes. The France World Cup 2026 squad and lineup builder is free — pick a template, add your squad or starting XI, customize the style, and download the roster graphic without signing up.
What is France's World Cup record?
France have 16 World Cup appearances, 76 matches played, a 42W 14D 20L match record, and 146 goals scored. Their best finish is Champions (1st), with 2 world cup titles.
Is this an official France or FIFA tool?
No. TeamCreator is an independent lineup builder for fan content, creators, and teams.
Is this a World Cup team builder, squad maker, or lineup generator?
All three. TeamCreator works as a World Cup lineup builder, squad maker, and formation generator — build a full starting XI or roster graphic for any of the 48 teams and export it in seconds.
Does this work for soccer or football lineups?
Both — football or soccer, it's the same tool. Build a World Cup soccer lineup, starting XI, or squad graphic and export it however you call the game.
Which formations are supported?
Eight 11-a-side football formations: 4-4-2, 4-3-3, 4-2-3-1, 3-5-2, 5-3-2, 5-4-1, 4-5-1, and 3-4-3. Switch between them anytime — players reposition automatically.
Can I customize kits and colors?
Yes. Swap jersey colors, change the pitch background, and style the graphic to match your club, tournament, or content brand. Premium kits are available on paid templates.
What format are the exports?
Lineups export as high-resolution PNG files sized for social platforms — Instagram feed and stories, X, YouTube thumbnails, and print.
Can I use the exports commercially?
Yes, exports from free and paid templates can be used for content, club accounts, matchday graphics, and monetized social posts.
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