The French national team suffered undefeated defeats against Cote d'Ivoire in a control match ahead of the 2026 World Cup. The match at Nantes ended with the African team defeating the African team with a score of 2:1.

At the beginning of the game, the French completely controlled the progress of the game and created a number of dangerous moments. Kilian Mbappe, Michael Olise and Aurelien Chuameni were close to scoring, but goalkeeper Yahya Fofana repeatedly shouted for his team. Mav Simon Adingra now has a chance to beat Mike Maignan.

The advantage of the Gospodars was poured into a goal scored at the end of the first half. Ryan Sherki with an accurate strike took France forward.

After a break in Cote d'Ivoire, the sums are changed. The first goal was scored by Gela Duya, and Amad Diallo scored the final goal before the end of the match, bringing his team victory to Volov.

The next control match will be played by Didier Deschamps' team against Pivnichnaya Ireland.. On their way to the World Cup 2026, the French will open the 16th round with a match against Senegal.

France - Cote d'Ivoire 1:2 Goals: Cherki 45 - Doue 53, Diallo 84.