France national football team: five changes expected against Norway

The France national football team will face Norway on Friday, June 26. The Blues have already secured their qualification for the round of 16 of the World Cup, but they want to finish the group stage in first place.

What changes are expected?

The Blues' staff is considering five changes from the starting lineup that beat Iraq (3-0, from Monday to Tuesday night). Kylian Mbappé, Dayot Upamecano, Mike Maignan and probably Ousmane Dembélé and/or Michael Olise are expected to start.

Who will be rested?

William Saliba is likely to be rested due to back pain. Maxence Lacroix appears to be his designated replacement. Jules Koundé could also be rested and Malo Gusto could replace him.

What is the objective of the Blues?

The objective of the Blues is to maintain first place in Group I in order to limit travel afterwards. By finishing first, the Blues will repeat the same short circuit New York-Philadelphia-Boston.