Zinedine Zidane names first France squad with Liverpool defender Jeremy Jacquet among debutants

On September 18, 2026, new France coach Zinedine Zidane announced his first squad for the upcoming Nations League matches. The squad includes several debutants, such as Liverpool defender Jeremy Jacquet, goalkeeper Guillaume Restes, and forward Esteban Lepaul. Notable absentees include Aurelien Tchouameni and Marcus Thuram. Kylian Mbappe will continue as captain. Zidane, appointed in July, will lead France in a Nations League game against Turkey on September 25, followed by matches against Belgium and Italy. The squad features a mix of experienced players and new talents as France prepares for the 2028 European Championship and 2030 World Cup.