France vs Iceland Preview, prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers

Les Bleus came out victorious when these sides last met.

France national football team are all set to lock horns with the Iceland national football team for the matchweek 6 fixture of the UEFA FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers. This contest will take place at the Parc des Princes.

Les Bleus are coming in after securing a 2-0 win against Ukraine in their opening game of the FIFA World Cup qualifiers of the European region. The France national football team will be at home for their upcoming game and it is going to be a big advantage for them. They will be looking to continue their winning run.

The Iceland national football team secured a dominating 5-0 win against Azerbaijan in their previous World Cup qualifying fixture. They came up with a top performance and completely outplayed their opponents. The upcoming contest will not be an easy one for them as they will be away from home.

Kick-off:

• Location: Paris, France
• Stadium: Parc des Princes
• Date: Wednesday, September 10
• Kick-off Time: 12:15 a.m. IST (Tuesday, September 9; 06:45 p.m. GMT/ 02:45 p.m. ET/ 11:45 a.m. PT)
• Referee: António Emanuel Carvalho Nobre
• VAR: In use

Form:

France: L-W-L-W-W

Iceland: L-L-W-L-W

Players to Watch

Kylian Mbappe (France)

Kylian Mbappe continues his astonishing form as he scored one of the goals for France in their win against Ukraine. The Real Madrid forward is set to play a crucial role in the attacking front for the France national football team once again, as his presence will pose a significant challenge for the opponent’s defence.

KYLIAN SCORES OUR SECOND 🔥That’s goal number 51 with Les Bleus for @KMbappe, who goes level with Thierry Henry as France’s second all-time top scorer 🙌🇺🇦0-2🇫🇷 #UKRFRA | #FiersdetreBleus pic.twitter.com/uqfhR3uBDR

— French Team ⭐⭐ (@FrenchTeam) September 5, 2025

Ísak Bergmann Jóhannesson (Iceland)

Ísak Bergmann Jóhannesson is coming in after scoring a brace in the previous game of the Iceland national football team. From controlling the midfield well to scoring goals, the 22-year-old is going to play an important part for the visitors. He will be looking to step up and help his side against mighty France.

Match Facts

• Les Bleus haven’t lost to Iceland in their last five meetings.
• Les Bleus have secured three cleansheets in their last five matches.
• Iceland have won only two of their last five fixtures.

France vs Iceland: Betting Tips and Odds

• France to win
• Kylian Mbappe to score
• Goals over 3.5

Injury and Team News

Ousmane Dembele and Desite Doue will not be in action for Les Bleus as they are injured. Kingsley Coman has been added to the squad.

𝙆𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙨𝙡𝙚𝙮 𝘾𝙤𝙢𝙖𝙣 has been called up by Didier Deschamps following the withdrawals of Ousmane Dembélé and Désiré Doué. Wishing a speedy recovery to both of them! pic.twitter.com/5l7sXU0hg4

— French Team ⭐⭐ (@FrenchTeam) September 6, 2025

Iceland will be ready with all their players fit to be in action.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 15

France won: 11

Iceland won: 0

Draws: 4

Predicted Lineups

France predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Maignan (GK); Koundé, Konaté, Upamecano, Digne; Tchouaméni, Koné; Coman, Olise, Barcola; Mbappe

Iceland predicted lineup (3-4-3)

Ólafsson (GK); Palsson, Ingason, Grétarsson; Thorsteinsson, Thórdarson, Jóhannesson, Ellertsson; Haraldsson, Gudjohnsen, Gudmundsson

Match Prediction

This is going to be a challenging game for the visitors, but they will put up a strong fight. Les Bleus are likely to emerge victorious against the Iceland national football team in the upcoming World Cup qualifier.

Prediction: France 3-1 Iceland

Telecast Details

India: Sony Sports Network, SonyLIV

UK: BBC

USA: FOX Sports

Nigeria: SuperSport

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