How France should line up for the 2018 FIFA World Cup

France v Albania - Group A: UEFA Euro 2016
They surely have a strong squad but can they deliver?

Attacking Midfielder and Striker

France v Republic of Ireland - Round of 16: UEFA Euro 2016
He certainly knows how to dance with and without the ball.

For the attacking midfielder slot, we've got Antoine Greizmann. Strange not to see him play as the striker but he could prove to be lethal in this role. Griezmann has been the main man for Atletico Madrid for a long time now and it's fair to say that he is one of the best players in this national team.

He grabbed 4 goals and 4 assists during the qualifiers and will be hoping to replicate his form during the Mega-event.

Nabil Fekir and Dimitri Payet can be decent substitutes for the attacking midfield role.

France v Spain International Friendly
19-years old and already a superstar.

Kylian Mbappe is an absolute gem to have for any manager. He is capable of scoring goals, providing assists and beating opponents. Mbappe is a complete package. He is super-quick and is clinical in finishing the move for his side.

Many would argue against him starting for the National team because of lack of experience but his performance and statistics support his inclusion.

He has been directly involved in 17 goals for PSG in the league already. Mbappe deserves the first team place and who knows it may take him to even greater heights.

Olivier Giroud and Alexandre Lacazette can be the backup for this young sensation. While Benzema and Gameiro are expected to miss out.

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Edited by Aakanksh Sanketh
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