Ukraine vs France Preview & Prediction | 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifying (UEFA)
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This match is being played at the neutral venue of the Stadion Miejski in the Polish city of Wroclaw as a result of the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine.
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How to watch on TV: UK – Not televised / US – FOX Sports
How to watch online: UK – Amazon Prime / US – Disney+
Key stats
- Ukraine have lost only three of their last 25 matches in World Cup qualifying groups (W13 D9). They are unbeaten in eight (W2 D6).
- France have lost only one of their previous 12 international matches against Ukraine (W6 D5).
- France have lost only one of their last 19 World Cup qualifying matches (W13 D5). They are unbeaten in 12 (W8 D4).
- France have won six of their last eight World Cup qualifying matches away from home (W6 D1).
- France have kept eight clean sheets in their last 12 World Cup qualifying matches.
Ukraine vs France prediction
Coached by Serhiy Rebrov, the Ukrainians have often flattered to deceive in terms of their performance level, but they perhaps can be forgiven for that as a result of the off-field issues. They still do have a strong squad, and put in a couple of excellent performances against Belgium during the March international break.
We are into the final cycle of Didier Deschamps as France boss, with Les Bleus heading into this having finished third in the 2024/25 UEFA Nations League. They have been unconvincing throughout his tenure since 2018, and things aren’t necessarily improving, despite the riches on offer in France.
Those riches will make them firm favourites for this one, and the lack of any home advantage for the Ukrainians will aid the French for this clash in Poland this week.
Ukraine vs France tip: France to win
