France lineup @ Italy

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France's expected lineup at Italy, Thu 12 Nov, based on the XI they have started most this season (starts from 12 matches): Maignan (11); Koundé (9), Upamecano (9), Saliba (6); Olise (10), Rabiot (9), Koné (6); Dembélé (10), Mbappé (9), Doué (6), Barcola (6). No fan has predicted this match yet. Last updated after the Belgium match on 5 Oct.

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France predicted lineup vs Italy

MOST USED XI

France's expected lineup away at Italy in the Nations League is built from the XI they have started most often, usually a 4-2-3-1, across 12 official matches: Maignan in goal, a back three of Koundé, Upamecano and Saliba, and Dembélé, Mbappé, Doué and Barcola further forward. Fan predictions for this fixture are open now, and this XI updates as they land.

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  • Most-used shape: 4-2-3-1 in 8 of the last 12 matches.
  • Based on starts across 12 official matches this season.

Expected XI derived from official lineups we hold for France, not from a team sheet. Official lineups are released 20 to 60 minutes before kick-off.

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Formation tendency
4-2-3-1most-used · 8 of last 12
4-2-3-1
67%
4-3-3
33%

4-2-3-1 at home · 4-3-3 away

Most Common France Starting XI

Based on 12 official matches this season

The 11 players with the most starts across all official lineups this season.

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What is France's expected lineup?
France's expected lineup away at Italy in the Nations League is built from the XI they have started most often, usually a 4-2-3-1, across 12 official matches: Maignan in goal, a back three of Koundé, Upamecano and Saliba, and Dembélé, Mbappé, Doué and Barcola further forward. Fan predictions for this fixture are open now, and this XI updates as they land. Full XI (4-2-3-1): Maignan, Koundé, Upamecano, Saliba, Olise, Rabiot, Koné, Dembélé, Mbappé, Doué, Barcola.
Who started France's last match?
France's starting XI on 5 Oct 2026 in the UEFA Nations League (4-3-3): G. Restes, J. Koundé, L. Yoro, M. Lacroix, A. Diouf, M. Akliouche, M. Koné, E. Camavinga, O. Dembélé, E. Lepaul, B. Barcola.
What was France's last result?
France beat Belgium 4–1 on 5 Oct 2026.
When did France last win?
France last won on 5 Oct 2026, beating Belgium 4–1.
Who takes penalties for France?
J. Mateta is France's first choice penalty taker.
Who has made the most starts for France this season?
M. Maignan leads with 11 starts for France across all competitions this season.
What formation does France use most often?
France have used a 4-2-3-1 in 8 of their 12 matches this season.
Which France goalkeeper has started the most this season?
Mike Maignan has made the most starts as goalkeeper for France this season, starting 11 matches.
Which France defender has started the most this season?
Dayot Upamecano has made the most starts as defender for France this season, starting 9 matches.
Which France midfielder has started the most this season?
Michael Olise has made the most starts as midfielder for France this season, starting 10 matches.
Which France forward has started the most this season?
Ousmane Dembélé has made the most starts as forward for France this season, starting 10 matches.
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