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Brazil vs France LIVE: Team lineups confirmed! 2026 international friendly

Brazil and France square off at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough. On Bolavip, you can catch every live update of this electric international friendly.

Vinicius Jr of Brazil (left) and Kylian Mbappe of France (right)
© Getty ImagesVinicius Jr of Brazil (left) and Kylian Mbappe of France (right)

Gearing up for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Brazil and France meet in an international friendly that has all the ingredients for an instant classic. The two sides combine for a grand total of seven world titles, and it’s not often that such powerhouses in soccer go head to head.

[Watch Brazil vs France live in the USA on Fubo]

Brazil have looked far from their best version, and the fact Neymar Jr. isn’t playing against France is far from encouraging. However, as the 2026 FIFA World Cup looms closer, the “Verde-Amarela” hopes to re-connect with its best soccer. A win over France on American ground—206 miles away from where the upcoming World Cup Final will be held—could be just what Carlo Ancelotti’s side needs to build momentum.

As for France, the bigger picture looks quite different from that of their South American counterparts. While concerned about Kylian Mbappe’s knee, which has been a source of great speculation recently, Les Bleus remain confident in him and the rest of the squad, which features Ballon d’Or winner Ousmane Dembele, among many standouts in world soccer. Though an exhibition game, tempers may flare, and on Bolavip, we will bring every live update, goal, and event to your screen.

Team uniforms

Fans may be in for a surprise as neither Brazil nor France will wear their home, traditional uniforms in the upcoming international friendly.

Brazil will don an alternate blue jersey, while Les Bleus will wear their new away jersey which is inspired in the Statue of Liberty and will be worn in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, as well.

France's reported lineup!

According to Actu Foot, this is how France will look against Brazil: Maignan (GK), Gusto, Konate, Upamecano, T. Hernandez; Olise, Tchouameni, Rabiot, Ekitike; Dembele, Mbappe. Les Bleus are expected to play on a 4-4-2 formation, which could shift occasionally to match and/or disrupt Brazil's 4-2-4 scheme.

Today's venue

The action will take place at Gillette Stadium, home of the New England Patriots (NFL) and New England Revolution (MLS).

The stadium, that sits approximately 22 miles away from Downtown Boston, can fit roughly 66,000 fans.

The venue recently underwent renovations for an estimated cost of $250 million. The updates include a new video board and a 22-story lighthouse that is open for guests to visit its 360-degree observation deck.

Today's referees!

The action between Brazil and France will be officiated by an American squad.

  • Referee: Guido Gonzalez Jr.
  • Nick Uranga (assistant)
  • Cody Richardson (assistant)
  • Armando Villarreal (fourth official)
  • Tim Ford (VAR)

Mbappe expected to play!

Although France has yet to confirm their lineup to take on Brazil, RMC Sport reports that Kylian Mbappe will be among the starters. According to this source, the French attack will be led by Mbappe and Ousmane Dembele in central roles, while Hugo Ekitike and Michael Olise play on the flanks.

Brazil announces their lineup!

With Ederson protecting the goal, this is how the rest of Brazil's starting XI will look: Wesley, Bremer, Pereira, Douglas Santos; Casemiro, Andrey Santos; Raphinha, Cunha, Vinicius Jr, Martinelli. On paper, it looks like Ancelotti will put a 4-2-4 scheme, but much can change when his team takes to the pitch.

How to watch Brazil vs France

Watch Brazil vs France live in the USA on Fubo. The international friendly can also be streamed in the States on ESPN+, ESPN 2, and ESPN Deportes.

Kickoff time

The action between Brazil and France's national teams is set to begin at 4:00 pm ET at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts.

Brazil and France meet at Gillette Stadium for pre-World Cup international friendly

Welcome to Bolavip's live coverage of the international friendly between France and Brazil. Although Paris is closer to Foxborough than Brazil's capital, Brasilia, it will be the "Seleção" who acts as the home team at Gillette Stadium.

Stay with us and don't miss a single moment as we keep you posted with minute-by-minute updates, every goal, and highlights.

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