France National Team Put to the Test by American Fans

The France national team faces Sweden on Tuesday at 11 PM ET. But how well do American fans know the team?

Who are the most well-known players?

Kylian Mbappé is the first name that comes to mind, and sometimes the only one, cited by American fans. Other players like Ousmane Dembélé, Michael Olise, Désiré Doué, Rayan Cherki, or Eduardo Camavinga are also mentioned.

Why do Americans struggle to recognize the team?

American fans have a hard time looking beyond Kylian Mbappé and recognizing other players on the France national team. One fan even compared Ousmane Dembélé to LeBron James.

What about the coach?

Didier Deschamps is rarely identified by American fans, despite a few exceptions. The Americans interviewed don't hide it: soccer is growing in the US, but their knowledge of the France national team and soccer in general is still very uneven.

The France national team is currently on a three-game winning streak, with a record of 4W-0D-1L in their last five matches. Their next match will be against Turkey on September 25, 2026.