Didier Deschamps’ Les Bleus, featuring star forward Kylian Mbappé, are set to take on Brazil this Thursday in a high-profile friendly match in Boston, USA. With the 2026 World Cup just months away, the French national team aims to make a strong impression against another formidable contender for the ultimate prize.
Despite a nagging knee issue earlier in the year, Kylian Mbappé is participating in the French squad’s US tour. The 27-year-old striker is expected to start in this significant friendly, potentially marking his first encounter with the Seleção. This match offers a valuable opportunity for Didier Deschamps’ side to refine their tactics and potentially secure a morale-boosting win against a major rival ahead of the upcoming summer tournament.
While Mbappé is poised to play, Brazil faces considerable challenges due to numerous absences. Several key players, including Neymar, Rodrygo, Marquinhos, Alisson Becker, and Gabriel, will not be available for Carlo Ancelotti’s squad, leaving multiple regular starters sidelined for this clash against the Tricolores.
When to Watch the France vs Brazil Match
The friendly match between France and Brazil is scheduled for 9 PM French time this Thursday. It will be hosted at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, located in the Boston metropolitan area. Despite a five-hour time difference with the United States, the match is conveniently scheduled for prime-time viewing in France. Local kick-off in Massachusetts will be at 4 PM.
Which TV Channel Will Broadcast France vs Brazil?
TF1, a long-standing broadcast partner of the French national team, will air this friendly match between Didier Deschamps’ Les Bleus and Carlo Ancelotti’s Brazil. For fans unable to watch the live television broadcast, the match will also be accessible via RMC radio and through live commentary available on the RMC Sport website and app.
