France HubFrance won their last match 3-0 against Iraq on June 22, 2026, but Rayan Cherki is left behind.
What's happening to Rayan Cherki ?
He is part of a powerful, spectacular group, armed to go far, but his personal role remains almost marginal.
And his entry into the game against Sweden was limited to a few minutes, which put his case back in the spotlight.
The sports context
The problem is also sports-related. Cherki is blocked by a very established offensive quartet: Ousmane Dembélé, Kylian Mbappé, Michael Olise and Désiré Doué.
| Date | Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-22 | Iraq | 3-0 |
The Blues' choice already questioned
This context inevitably relaunches debates around his international choice. Long courted by Algeria, Cherki finally opted for France.
And the rest of the World Cup will say if this frustration remains a simple episode or becomes a real issue. France has a recent form of 4W-0D-1L and is on a streak of 3 consecutive wins. Their next match is against Turkey on September 25, 2026.
