France and Sweden's starting XIs confirmed

A breathtaking tie is being played in the World Cup Round of 32: France face Sweden. Ahead of the match, played in knockout format with the loser exiting the tournament, the starting XIs of both teams have been officially confirmed.

On the France side, Didier Deschamps takes the field with his experienced squad. With Maignan in goal, Koundé, Saliba, Upamecano and Digne line up in defense. In midfield, the duo of Tchouaméni and Rabiot take their places. Up front, captain Mbappé is supported by Barcola, Olise and Dembélé. France appear to be aiming for a balanced look in both attack and defense with this setup.

For Sweden, manager Graham Potter's choices drew attention. With Widell Zetterström in goal, Gudmundsson, Lindelöf, Lagerbielke, Svensson, Ayari and Stroud line up in defense and midfield. Up front, Isak is supported by Elanga, Bergvall and Gyökeres. On the Sweden side, it was reported that Hien could not make the squad due to a muscle injury.

With the starting XIs announced, all eyes turned to the pitch. In particular, the match that will bring together star strikers such as Mbappé and Isak stands out as one of the most anticipated ties of the tournament. The two managers' moves and their in-game changes will determine the holder of the last-16 ticket. The result of this crucial match in the knockout round will directly affect both nations' futures at the World Cup.

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🇫🇷 France (Deschamps) — 4-2-3-1: Maignan; Koundé, Saliba, Upamecano, Digne; Tchouaméni, Rabiot; Barcola, Olise, Dembélé; Mbappé (C).
🇸🇪 Sweden (Potter): Widell Zetterström; Gudmundsson, Lindelöf (C), Lagerbielke, Svensson; Ayari, Stroud; Elanga, Bergvall, Gyökeres; Isak.
Out: 🇸🇪 Hien (muscle injury).