Preview: Brazil vs France Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | International Friendly 2026

The Selecao will take on Les Bleus in an international friendly.

Two of the most successful teams in world football will face each other in the March international window, as both sides prepare for the upcoming FIFA World Cup. Brazil will face France. This will be a major test for Carlo Ancelotti and his men before they go into the main competition.

So far, things have not been so great for Brazil, but they are hopeful that the Italian tactician can change their fortunes. Ancelotti didn’t call Neymar for this window. His fitness has been a major concern for the last couple of years. There are reports saying that he won’t be selected for the World Cup as well.

Overall, Ancelotti will hope to test some new players and do some experiments with his side. Brazil’s match against France has always been intense and competitive. Fans can expect the same this time as well.

On the other hand, Didier Deschamps and his squad missed out on winning the World Cup in Qatar; they will hope to win this time. France has one of the strongest squads, and their attacking power makes them one of the favourites to win the World Cup.

Deschamps has been in charge of this team for a long time. All the players have adapted to his style of play perfectly. France will face Brazil and Colombia in this window as they prepare for the World Cup.

Quality-wise, there isn’t a major difference between Brazil and France, but surely the French side are much more stable and dangerous side out of these two. France will face Brazil after 11 years. Their last encounter ended in a 1-3 victory for the South American side.

Kick-Off:

• Location: Boston, USA
• Stadium: Gillette Stadium
• Date: Friday, 27 March
• Kick-Off: 01:30 AM IST
• Referee: TBD
• VAR: In Use

Form

Brazil (in all competitions): D-W-L-W-L

France (in all competitions): W-W-D-W-W

Players to Watch

Vinicius Jr (Brazil)

His season didn’t start as he would’ve liked. He struggled with his form and had a long goal spell where he couldn’t score. But things are now looking great for him.

He got back his form a couple of months ago. Vinicius Jr’s pace and dribbling will trouble the French defence, who do have strong and quality players who can possibly deal with him. He has played 42 matches in which he scored 17 goals and provided 10 assists.

Michael Olise (France)

The Frenchman has been in great form this season. He has been one of the best attacking players for Bayern Munich. His partnership with Harry Kane and Luis Diaz is one of the most lethal partnerships in the world.

Deschamps fully trusts him to deliver a similar performance for the national team. Olise will be a big threat to the Brazilian side for sure. This season, he has played 38 matches in which he scored 16 goals and provided 24 assists.

Match Facts

• The last time these teams faced each other was in 2015 in an international friendly.
• Brazil won the last fixture against France by 1-3.
• This will be the first time these two teams lock horns in the USA.

Brazil vs France: Betting Tips & Odds

• Tip 1 – France to win this fixture – 5/4 by bet365
• Tip 2 – Both teams to score
• Tip 3 – Goals scored over 1.5

Injury and Team News

Star player Neymar was left out of the squad due to fitness concerns. Leo Pereira, Gabriel Sara and Danilo could all make their international debut in this window. The chosen Brazil squad is fully fit to play.

The French star Kylian Mbappe was included despite only recently returning from injury. The rest of the squad is fully fit to play.

Head-to-Head

Matches: 14

Brazil: 4

France: 6

Draws: 3

Predicted Lineups

Brazil Predicted Lineup (4-2-3-1)

Ederson (GK); Wesley, Gabriel, Marquinhos, Alex Sandro; Casemiro, Santos, Sara; Henrique, Cunha, Vinicius Jr; João Pedro

France Predicted Lineup (4-2-3-1):

Chevalier (GK); Gusto, Konate, Hernandez, T.Hernandez; Zaire-Emery, Camavinga; Olise, Cherki, Doue; Ekitike

Match Prediction

Both teams will be doing experiments in this friendly match, as they are preparing for the World Cup. France look much stronger on paper, and surely they are a strong team with one of the best squads in the world.

Brazil, on the other hand, are still adapting to Ancelotti’s style of play. This will be a tight encounter. Most probably, the French side will win this match.

Prediction: Brazil 2-3 France

Telecast Details

India: FanCode

USA: ESPN

UK: Sporty TV

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