Jules Koundé

Analysis: Kounde was subbed off from the friendly against Northern Ireland on Monday due to a muscular injury, but the defender was fully recovered 48 hours after the match and has been training in full in recent days. Thus, the Barcelona right-back should be in the starting lineup against Senegal and shouldn't have any limitations in terms of playing time.

Jun 10, 2026

Forced off with muscular injury

Kounde's substitution against Northern Ireland was due to a muscular injury, L'equipe reports.

Analysis: Kounde was forced off at halftime with a muscular injury, throwing a potential wrench in the French starting lineup. Malo Gusto came on to replace Kounde and could be in line for the starting role to open the World Cup. Currently, it has only been reported as muscle pain with not too much concern, appearing to still be an option at the moment. However, he will be closely monitored as they enter the final few days before their opener.

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