Florian Thauvin, 2018 World Cup champion, has declared his intention to play for France at the 2026 World Cup. Will new coach Zinedine Zidane give him a chance? Thauvin played for RC Lens in Ligue 1 last season and scored 11 goals and created 6 assists in 33 matches. He has also confirmed that he becomes the new captain of RC Lens. Thauvin has 13 selections in the France national team and the last three date back to the World Cup qualifiers in October-November 2025. He has also declared his intention to thank Didier Deschamps for all that he has brought to the France national team. RC Lens is currently leading the Ligue 1 with 9 points, 3 wins and 0 loss in 3 matches. Their next match is against PSG in the Trophée des champions this Sunday.