Preview: France vs Ivory Coast prediction, odds, where to watch, time | International friendly
The Elephants are yet to win a game against Les Bleus.
France are now going to have a face-off against the Ivory Coast in an international friendly. Ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, this is going to be a crucial outing, scheduled to take place at the Stade de la Beaujoire.
Having secured consecutive wins in their last four games, Didier Deschamps’ men have been on a strong run of form. They recently took down Brazil and Colombia in what were friendly contests. Les Bleus consist of a star-studded lineup. They will be at home for their upcoming contest and it is going to be a big positive for them.
The France national football team are going to take on Northern Ireland after Côte d’Ivoire. They will be looking to continue their winning run.
The Elephants have secured back-to-back wins in their last two matches. They first secured a dominant win against South Korea and then took down Scotland. The Emerse Faé-led side will be eager to secure another one, but it is going tough contest for them.
The Ivory Coast national football are going to be away from home for their upcoming contest, keeping them under pressure from the start. They have never secured a win against Les Bleus. The Elephants will be looking to turn the tide around.
Kick-off:
- Location: Nantes, France
- Stadium: Stade de la Beaujoire
- Date: Friday, June 5
- Kick-off time: 12:40 AM IST (Thursday, June 4; 07:10 PM GMT/ 02:10 PM ET/ 11:10 AM PT)
- Referee: TBA
- VAR: Not in use
Form:
France: D-W-W-W-W
Ivory Coast: W-W-L-W-W
Players to Watch
Kylian Mbappe (France)
The star forward is training hard for the France national football team. He has scored 56 goals in 96 appearances for Les Bleus. Kylian Mbappe is going to play an important role in the attacking front for his side. The Real Madrid star can be a constant threat to the opponent’s defence with his skill set.
Amad (Ivory Coast)
Amad Diallo came up with a top of the line performances during the Africa Cup of Nations 2025. He will be looking to build on his form for the Ivory Coast national football team. The 23-year-old Manchester United star has played in 18 games for the Elephants and has scored five goals.
Match Facts
- France are unbeaten in their last nine fixtures.
- Ivory Coast are on a two-match winning streak.
- Les Bleus have won two of their three matches against the Elephants.
France vs Ivory Coast: Betting Tips and Odds
- France to win
- Kylian Mbappe to score
- Goals over 3.5
Final Squads
France Squad
Goalkeepers: Mike Maignan, Robin Risser, Brice Samba
Defenders: Lucas Digne, Malo Gusto, Lucas Hernandez, Theo Hernandez, Ibrahima Konaté, Jules Koundé, Maxence Lacroix, William Saliba (injured), Dayot Upamecano
Midfielders: N’Golo Kanté, Manu Koné, Adrien Rabiot, Aurélien Tchouameni, Warren Zaïre-Emery
Forwards: Maghnes Akliouche, Bradley Barcola, Rayan Cherki, Ousmane Dembélé, Désiré Doué, Jean-Philippe Mateta, Kylian Mbappé, Michael Olise, Marcus Thuram
Ivory Coast Squad
Goalkeepers: Yahia Fofana, Mohamed Kone, Alban Lafont
Defenders: Emmanuel Agbadou, Clement Akpa, Ousmane Diomande, Guela Doue, Ghislain Konan, Odilon Kossonou, Evan Ndicka, Wilfried Singo
Midfielders: Seko Fofana, Parfait Guiagon, Franck Kessie, Christ Oulai, Ibrahima Sangare, Jean-Michael Seri
Forwards: Simon Adingra, Ange-Yoan Bonny, Amad, Oumar Diakite, Yan Diomande, Evann Guessand, Nicolas Pepe, Bazoumana Toure, Elye Wahi
Head-to-Head
Total matches: 3
France won: 2
Ivory Coast won: 0
Draws: 1
Predicted lineups
France (4-2-3-1)
Maignan; Kounde, Konate, Upamecano, Digne; Kante, Tchouameni; Olise, Cherki, Thuram; Mbappe
Ivory Coast (4-3-3)
Y. Fofana; Doue, Kossounou, Diomande, Konan; Sangare, Kessie, S. Fofana; Amad, Wahi, Diomande
Match Prediction
France at home are going to have an edge over their opponents. Ivory Coast away from home are going to be under some pressure, but will be looking to come up with a strong fight.
The Didier Deschamps-led side are likely to come out on top with a win against the Elephants.
Prediction: France 3-1 Ivory Coast
Telecast Details
USA: FOX Soccer Plus, ViX
When and where is France vs Ivory Coast international friendly?
Thursday, June 4, 2026, at the Stade de la Beaujoire in Nantes, France. Kick-off is scheduled for 07:10 PM GMT.
Where and how to watch France vs Ivory Coast international friendly in USA?
FOX Soccer Plus and ViX can be used to watch the fixture live.
Who will France face in group stage of FIFA World Cup 2026?
Senegal, Iraq and Norway.
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