France Finalizes Preparations for Nations League Quarterfinal Against Croatia

Kylian Mbappé returns as captain, Désiré Doué integrates into the squad, and Ousmane Dembélé takes on a central role in a revamped attack.

The French national team is set to face Croatia in the UEFA Nations League quarterfinal first leg on March 20, 2025, in Split.
Kylian Mbappé resumes his role as captain after a six-month absence, aiming to lead the team to success in the competition.
Désiré Doué, the 19-year-old PSG talent, celebrates his first senior team call-up, expressing pride and ambition during his debut press conference.
Ousmane Dembélé is expected to play as a central forward, reflecting his strong form and positional success at PSG this season.
Head coach Didier Deschamps continues to shape the team as he approaches his planned retirement after the 2026 World Cup.