Preview: France vs Northern Ireland prediction, odds, where to watch, time | International friendly

Les Bleus are unbeaten against the Green and White Army.

The France national football team are now going to battle it out against the Northern Ireland national football team in an international friendly fixture. This will be an important contest ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, taking place at the Decathlon Arena – Stade Pierre-Mauroy.

The Frenchmen are coming in after facing a 1-2 loss against Ivory Coast in what was a friendly outing. It was an underwhelming performance by the two-time world champions. They will now be keen to come back to winning ways before the start of the mega competition.

Led by Didier Deschamps, the France national football team will be at home for their upcoming contest. Les Bleus are going to come up with a better strategy this time around. They will look for a positive result before setting foot on the grandest stage of them all.

The Northern Ireland national football team are not going to the FIFA World Cup 2026, but the upcoming game is going to be important for them as well. They are coming in after scoring a 1-0 win against Guinea in their last outing.

They will be away from home for their next one. Michael O’Neill’s men will be looking to make things tougher for France. But away from home, it is not going to be an easy outing for Northern Ireland.

Kick-off:

• Location: Lille, France
• Stadium: Decathlon Arena – Stade Pierre-Mauroy
• Date: Tuesday, June 9
• Kick-off time: 12:40 AM IST (Monday, June 8; 07:10 PM GMT/ 02:10 PM ET/ 11:10 AM PT)
• Referee: Sascha Stegemann
• VAR: Not in use

Form:

France: W-W-W-W-L

Northern Ireland: L-W-L-D-W

Players to Watch

Rayan Cherki (France)

The Manchester City star was the sole goal scorer for the France national football team in their previous outing. From controlling the midfield to scoring goals, Rayan Cherki is going to play a crucial part for Les Bleus once again. He will be looking to come up with another top performance to help the hosts.

Jamie Donley (Northern Ireland)

Jamie Donley will be eager to step up his game so that he can help his side stand a chance against the Frenchman. Things are going to be tough for the 21-year-old, but he will be looking to surpass France’s defence with the help of his skills and teammates.

Match Facts

• France have won four of their last five matches.
• Northern Ireland are undefeated in their last two outings.
• The Green and White Army have never secured a win against Les Bleus.

France vs Northern Ireland: 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

Northern Ireland Squad

Goalkeepers: Pierce Charles, Josh Clarke, Luke Southwood

Defenders: Ciaron Brown, Brodie Spencer, Trai Hume, Ruairi McConville, Tom Atcheson

Midfielders: Alistair McCann, Shea Charles, Isaac Price, Paul Smyth, Ethan Galbraith, Justin Devenny, Jamie McDonnell, Patrick Kelly, Kieran Morrison

Forwards: Josh Magennis, Callum Marshall, Jamie Reid, Jamie Donley, Braiden Graham, and Ceadach O’Neill

(Northern Ireland are not headed to the FIFA World Cup 2026)

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 6

France won: 4

Northern Ireland won: 0

Draws: 2

Predicted Lineups

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

Maignan (GK); Koundé, Konaté, Upamecano, Hernández; Tchouaméni: Olise, Cherki, Rabiot, Thuram; Mbappé

Northern Ireland predicted lineup (3-4-2-1)

Charles (GK); Hume, McConville, Brown; Smyth, McDonnell, Charles, Devenny; Morrison, Price, Donley

Match Prediction

The France national football team will be looking to come back to winning ways. They are going to avoid the mistakes this time around. Despite being away from home, Northern Ireland will be eager for a strong fight.

Les Bleus are likely to come out on top with a win.

Prediction: France 3-1 Northern Ireland

Telecast Details

India: SonyLIV

France: TF1, myCanal

USA: Prime Video, Apple TV, Fubo, Fox Sports 2

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