France learned its third and final group stage opponent for the upcoming World Cup in late March, confirming they will face Iraq, alongside Norway and Senegal. Following impressive victories against Brazil and Colombia during the recent international break, Les Bleus undeniably sent a powerful message to the footballing world. However, despite these strong showings, national team coach Didier Deschamps is keen to temper expectations about France being the undisputed favorites for the 2026 tournament. He emphasized, “There are many favorites, and only one winner,” highlighting the highly competitive nature of the World Cup.








