Frank Christian
On November 14, France will face Israel in a UEFA Nations League match taking place in Paris.
Leading up to this fixture, coach Didier Deschamps will once again be without star player Kylian Mbappe, who plays for Real Madrid and serves as the team captain.
Mbappe had previously missed two matches in October due to a mutual decision with Deschamps, allowing him to focus on regaining fitness after a hamstring injury.
This absence is a choice made by Deschamps for this particular international break.
France vs. Israel team lineups and updates
With Mbappe not in the squad, Deschamps has appointed a new captain. Although Arsenal’s William Saliba was a strong candidate, he will start from the bench, leading to N’Golo Kante being named captain.
Real Madrid teammate Aurelien Tchamoueni previously led the team in October but is currently sidelined due to an injury, along with Ferland Mendy, who is not part of the squad.
After a disappointing start, losing their first Nations League match to Italy, Deschamps’ side bounced back with three consecutive victories, including two wins over Belgium and a 4-1 triumph against Israel.
France (4-3-3 formation): Maignan (GK) — Kounde, Konate, Upamecano, Hernandez — Camavinga, Kante, Zaire-Emery — Olise, Kolo Muani, Barcola
France substitutes: Samba, Pavard, Kone, Thuram, Nkunku, Coman, Rabiot, Saliba, Guendouzi, Clauss, Chevalier
Israel has struggled this season, losing all four of their Nations League games, which places them on the verge of relegation from League A under coach Ran Ben Shimon.
The majority of his players are from local clubs, while the standout performer is Mohammad Abu Fani, who has netted two goals for Israel in the Nations League this year.
Israel (3-4-3 formation): Peretz (GK) — Shlomo, Goldberg, Nachmias — Abada, Abu Fani, Jaber, Jehezkel — Gloukh, Solomon, Turgeman
Israel substitutes: Dasa, Gandelman, Shua, Peretz, Saba, Khalaili, Haziza, Biton, Mashpati, Azoulay, David, Gerafi
France vs. Israel how to watch
Below are the details for viewing this UEFA Nations League match in various regions:
| Region | TV | Streaming |
| USA | Fox Soccer Plus | Fubo, ViX |
| Canada | — | DAZN |
| UK | — | Viaplay YouTube |
| Australia | — | Optus Sport |
| India | Sony Ten 5 | Sony LIV, JioTV |
