The France national football team has already made an excellent start in the 2026 World Cup, with a 3-0 win against Iraq on June 22, 2026. ## What happens during the matches? French fans tend to gather in front of their screens to watch the games, which has an impact on national electricity consumption. In fact, the French use less electricity during the games, but resume their habits at halftime, resulting in a surge in consumption.

Why is this important for France?

This phenomenon is observed by the electricity transmission network (RTE), which has already noted a drop in electricity consumption during the games and a surge at halftime. | Date | Match | Result | | --- | --- | --- | | 2026-06-22 | France - Iraq | 3-0 |

What comes next?

The next match of the France national team is scheduled against Turkey on September 25, 2026. French fans will once again be on the edge of their seats to watch their favorite team, which could lead to another surge in electricity consumption. RTE dispatchers are prepared to manage these changes in consumption, so there is no risk to the security of the electricity supply.