Les Bleus, who have already qualified for the 2026 World Cup, will play without a contract, but Leon will no longer have a chance to qualify.
In a completely opposite situation, Azerbaijan and France will meet this Sunday (16th) at 2pm (Brasilia time) at the Tofig Bakhramov Republic Stadium in the sixth and final round of Group D of the 2026 World Cup European Qualification. Les Bleus have already qualified for next year’s World Cup and are undefeated in this tournament. Meanwhile, Léoés Tricoles no longer have a chance to qualify, but they are looking to close out the tournament with an honorable match.
where to watch
The World Cup qualifying match between Azerbaijan and France will be broadcast on Sportv (a private channel).
How to arrive in Azerbaijan
Azerbaijan therefore arrives with great pressure to win. In the end, the team has not won in 14 games including friendlies and official matches. Their last win came in June 2024, when they defeated Kazakhstan 3-2 at the Haradas Stadium in Hungary. In the qualifying round, they are at the bottom of Group D with one point.
In fact, due to the poor performance against Iceland, the national team coach has to make some changes to the team. As a result, Tural Bayramov and Kayal Aliyev should not be in the starting lineup, and one name that is considered to be in the starting lineup is Rustam Akhmezadeh.
how to go to france
France, on the other hand, will arrive lightly for this Sunday’s duel. France is undefeated with four wins and one draw, leading the group with 13 points. In addition, he scored 13 goals and scored only 3 goals. Despite arriving without much responsibility, Didier Deschamps’ side will be looking to continue their strong form this season.
However, France is expected to be heavily absent from this duel. Mbappé’s right ankle is still inflamed and requires further tests. In addition to him, Roma’s Manu Kone is also suspended after receiving a yellow card against Ukraine. Finally, Real Madrid midfielder Camavinga, who did not play in the previous game, is suffering from a muscle injury on the back of his left thigh.
Azebarillo x France
European Qualifiers – 5th round
date and time: Sunday, November 16, 2025, 2:00 pm (Brasilia time)
position: Baku Stadium, Baku, Azerbaijan
Azerbaijan: Bayramov; Badarov, Mustafazad, Krivochuk. Huseynov, Makhmudov, Khaibulaev, Abbasov. Akhmedzadeh, Aliyev, and Nariman Akhundzadeh. technical: Aiksan Abbasov.
France: Chevalier. Gusto, Konate, Saliba, and L. Hernández. Zaire Emery, Kante, Nkunku. Cherki, Barcola, Ekitike. technical: Didier Deschamps.
arbitrator: Andris Treimanis (Latvia)
assistant: Harald Gudelmanis, Alexei Spasennikovs (both Latvia)
VAR: Clay Ruperti (Belgium)
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