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France — World Cup 2026
2× FIFA World Cup winner (1998, 2018)
Group I · Model Elo 2145 · Founded 1904 · Stade de France
France are in Group I. Our model rates their title chance at 14.4% (Elo strength 2145, reaching the knockout stage 99% of the time). Below are AI predictions for all 3 group-stage fixtures.
About France
France are one of the 48 teams at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, drawn in Group I. The national side was founded in 1904. They play home matches at the Stade de France in Saint-Denis, France, which seats 80,698.
- Founded: 1904
- Home stadium: Stade de France (capacity 80,698)
- Based in: Saint-Denis, France
- Official site: www.fff.fr/equipes-de-france
Record
France have played 933 internationals since 1904, winning 476 for a 51.0% win rate (476W 195D 262L, 1,711 goals for / 1,206 against). At the FIFA World Cup their record is 39W 14D 20L from 73 matches.
Recent form
- W vs Colombia 3–1 · 2026-03-29
- W vs Brazil 2–1 · 2026-03-26
- W vs Azerbaijan 3–1 · 2025-11-16 · FIFA World Cup qualification
- W vs Ukraine 4–0 · 2025-11-13 · FIFA World Cup qualification
- D vs Iceland 2–2 · 2025-10-13 · FIFA World Cup qualification
- W vs Azerbaijan 3–0 · 2025-10-10 · FIFA World Cup qualification
Historical results from the martj42 dataset (CC0).
Group I Fixtures & Predictions
FAQ
Which group is France in at the 2026 World Cup?
France are in Group I.
What are France's chances of winning the 2026 World Cup?
Our model gives France a 14.4% chance of winning the tournament, from an Elo strength rating of 2145.
When was the France national football team founded?
1904.
Where do France play their home matches?
At the Stade de France in Saint-Denis, France (capacity 80,698).
How many World Cups has France won?
France have won the FIFA World Cup 2 times: 1998, 2018.
What is France's all-time record?
France have played 933 internationals, winning 476 (51.0%). At the World Cup they have 39 wins, 14 draws and 20 defeats from 73 matches.