**France Announces Squad for March 2026 International Break** With just a few days left to the World Cup, France has confirmed their 26-man squad for the March 2026 international break. The team, led by head coach Didier Deschamps, will travel to the United States for high-profile friendlies against Brazil on March 26 and Colombia on March 29. This window serves as the final audition for players before Deschamps names his definitive squad for the 2026 World Cup on May 13. The inclusion of captain Kylian Mbappé is a notable highlight, as he returns to the national fold despite nursing a knee injury that sidelined him for several Real Madrid fixtures. Deschamps noted that Mbappé's desire to play was "clear," and his fitness will be monitored following Real Madrid's clash with Atlético Madrid this weekend. The team will also welcome back midfielder Aurélien Tchouaméni, who has recovered from injury, and Adrien Rabiot, who returns to the midfield after missing previous camps due to injury. In other midfield news, Pierre Kalulu has been called up to provide cover at right-back, replacing Barcelona's Jules Koundé, who has been ruled out due to a thigh injury. Kalulu's inclusion is a significant opportunity for the Juventus defender to stake his claim in the national team. The most notable absence from the squad is PSG winger Bradley Barcola, who has been ruled out with a severe ankle ligament sprain. This has opened the door for his club teammate, Désiré Doué, to rejoin the senior setup. Chelsea fans will also note that Malo Gusto has retained his place in the defense, while teammate Wesley Fofana was a high-profile omission. Additionally, despite losing his starting spot at PSG, goalkeeper Lucas Chevalier has been included as the third-choice option behind Mike Maignan and Brice Samba. The full France squad for the March 2026 US Tour includes: - Goalkeepers: Mike Maignan (Milan), Brice Samba (Rennes), Lucas Chevalier (PSG) - Defenders: Lucas Digne (Aston Villa), Malo Gusto (Chelsea), Lucas Hernandez (PSG), Theo Hernandez (Al-Hilal), Pierre Kalulu (Juventus), Ibrahima Konaté (Liverpool), William Saliba (Arsenal), Dayot Upamecano (Bayern Munich) - Midfielders: Eduardo Camavinga (Real Madrid), N’Golo Kanté (Al-Ittihad), Manu Koné (Roma), Adrien Rabiot (Milan), Aurélien Tchouaméni (Real Madrid), Warren Zaïre-Emery (PSG) - Forwards: Maghnes Akliouche (Monaco), Rayan Cherki (Man City), Ousmane Dembélé (PSG), Désiré Doué (PSG), Hugo Ekitike (Liverpool), Randal Kolo Muani (Toulouse)