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France beats Colombia 3-1 in pre-World Cup 2026 friendly
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France's national team beat Colombia 3-1 on Sunday in Landover, Maryland, in their final warm-up before the World Cup 2026 squad announcement. Désiré Doué scored a brace and Marcus Thuram netted a goal, as coach Didier Deschamps praised the reserves while urging humility. The US tour ended perfectly after defeating Brazil.
Kylian Mbappé refuted claims that Real Madrid doctors misdiagnosed his December knee injury by scanning the wrong knee. Speaking in Boston ahead of France's friendly against Brazil, the forward took some responsibility for fueling rumors through lack of communication and said he feels fully fit.
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France coach Didier Deschamps will unveil his squad list on Thursday at 2 p.m. for friendlies against Brazil and Colombia in the United States on March 26 and 29 in Boston and Washington. Kylian Mbappé is set to be included in the expanded group of 25 or 26 players despite recent uncertainties. The announcement precedes preparations for the 2026 World Cup.