France Aims for Victory in Iceland to Boost 2026 World Cup Qualification
On September 13, 2025, France will face Iceland at the Laugardalsvöllur Stadium in Reykjavik. This match is a crucial fixture in the UEFA qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup. The kickoff is scheduled for 15:45 (ARG/URU/CHI) and 13:45 (COL/PER/ECU). Fans in South America can tune in to Disney+ for live coverage.
Significance of the Match
This match holds great importance for France as they aim for victory to secure a stronger position in the qualification standings. Currently, France leads their group with 9 points, establishing a strong lead over Ukraine, which has accumulated 4 points. Iceland, sitting in third place, will require a favorable result to keep their hopes for a playoff spot alive.
Key Players to Watch
- France: With key players like Ousmane Dembélé and Kylian Mbappé missing the game, France will rely on Michael Olise, Christopher Nkunku, and Bradley Barcola to step up.
- Iceland: Andri Gudmundsson leads with 3 goals in 2 matches. Ísak Jóhannesson has 2 goals in 3 games, while Hákon Haraldsson is the team’s assist leader with 2 assists in 3 matches.
Recent Performance
France comes into this match on the back of a strong 3-0 victory over Azerbaijan. In contrast, Iceland suffered a narrow but thrilling loss, falling 5-3 at home against Ukraine in their last game.
Previous Encounter
The last meeting between the two teams took place on September 9, 2025, where France emerged victorious with a score of 2-1, thanks to goals from Kylian Mbappé and Bradley Barcola.
Match Details
To summarize, here are the match details:
| Date | Time | Location | Broadcast |
|---|---|---|---|
| September 13, 2025 | 15:45 (ARG/URU/CHI), 13:45 (COL/PER/ECU) | Laugardalsvöllur Stadium, Reykjavik | Disney+ (South America) |
As the match approaches, the stakes are high for both teams. France aims for a decisive victory to bolster their World Cup qualification chances, while Iceland seeks essential points in their campaign.
