Preview
- Tournament: International Friendlies
- Date: Sunday, June 9
- Kick-off Time: 08:15 pm GMT
- Venue: Stade Matmut Atlantique, France
France national football team will play their final friendly against the Canada national football team at their home ground Stade Matmut Atlantique one last time concluding their preparations for the UEFA Euro 2024. This will be the first time both sides meet each other in the 21st century.
France national football team will aim for a positive outcome on Sunday against a side that will take part in their first-ever Copa America tournament. The 2018 World Cup winners are expected to progress deep into the competition this season. They have been drawn alongside Austria, Netherlands and Poland. The squad is filled with a wonderful array of attacking talent.
Meanwhile, the Canada national football team will play their first international tie against Les Blues in the 21st century. The two-time CONCACAF Gold Cup champions are coming off a 4-0 loss to Netherlands from their last friendly and would want to secure a positive outcome this weekend before they kick off their Copa America campaign against Argentina on 21st June.
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France vs Canada Team News
France national football team news
Real Madrid‘s Ferland Mendy and Eduardo Camavinga remained absent in their previous tie against Netherlands after their recent exploits in the Champions League finals. Bayern Munich defender Dayot Upamecano sustained a thigh injury against the Dutch. There are no other serious concerns for Deschamps’ side.
Canada national football team news
Canada, on the other hand, is presently led by former Leeds manager Jesse Marsch. Alistair Johnston sustained an unspecified injury in the last game against Netherlands and will not be available.
Predicted Lineups
France national football team Predicted lineup:
Maignan; Kounde, Saliba, Konate, Hernandez; Rabiot, Kante; Dembele, Griezmann, Mbappe; Thuram
Canada national football team Predicted lineup:
St. Clair; Laryea, Miller, Cornelius, Davies; Buchanan, Eustaquio, Kone, Hoilett; David, Larin
Head-to-Head
The two sides have faced off just once in the past, with the France national football team securing an easy win.
Last five results:
France 1-0 Canada – FIFA World Cup – June 01, 1986
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France vs Canada Prediction
France national football team finished top of their group in the European Championship qualification by remaining undefeated and now have a decent chance of tasting another European glory this summer. They will enter this game on the back of a thumping 3-0 win over Luxembourg and are blessed with a relatively young squad with a plethora of talent in every position.
Canada national football team, meanwhile, won’t pose a big threat to Didier Deschamp’s men in this away friendly. Jesse Marsch’s will take this friendly a chance to build up momentum before they start preparing for the Copa America later this month.
Predicted Score: France 3-0 Canada
Betting tips and Odds (subject to change)
- France win – 1.16
- Canada win – 14.50
- Draw – 7.60
- Odds source – Unibet
Where to Watch France vs Canada Live?
Q. Where to watch France vs Canada live in India?
The France vs Canada game will be televised on Sony Network/SonyLiv.
Q. Where to watch France vs Canada live game in UK?
The game between France and Canada will be live on Channel 4 in UK.
Q. Where to watch France vs Canada in USA?
The match between France and Canada will be available on FOX Sports.
Q. Where to watch France vs Canada game in France?
The France vs Canada will be live on TF1 France for France fans.
Q. Where to watch France vs Canada live in Canada?
The France vs Canada game will be available on TVA Sports for Canada fans.
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