Dayot Upamecano will start for France against Sweden in the World Cup last-32 showdown on June 30, 2026.
He will line up alongside William Saliba at centre-back.
What happened?
France beat Senegal 3-1 and Iraq 3-0 in their opening games.
Kylian Mbappe scored a brace in each fixture.
Why it matters for Dayot Upamecano
A strong defensive performance is crucial for France's success.
Dayot Upamecano's partnership with William Saliba will be key.
What comes next?
France face Sweden at the New York/New Jersey Stadium on June 30, 2026.
The game kicks off at 10pm BST.
Dayot Upamecano and William Saliba will replace Maxence Lacroix.
Theo Hernandez may come in for Lucas Digne at left-back.
France's attack is not just reliant on Kylian Mbappe.
Ousmane Dembele's treble against Norway proved their attacking depth.
Didier Deschamps will return to the Les Bleus dugout.
He missed France's 4-1 win over Norway due to his mother's funeral.
Mike Maignan has performed well in goal for France.
He saved Jorgen Strand Larsen's spot-kick in the last game.
France need to provide a defensive platform for their attack to flourish.
Dayot Upamecano's experience will be vital in this game.
The predicted France XI is Maignan; Kounde, Upamecano, Saliba, Digne; Rabiot, Kone; Dembele, Olise, Doue; Mbappe.
Marcus Thuram will miss out with a calf injury.
France are back-to-back finalists and will aim to advance.
They face a potentially tricky test against Sweden.
The game will be broadcast on ITV.
Fans can watch the game at 10pm BST on June 30, 2026.