Football – Les Bleus reassure before the World Cup: France beat Northern Ireland (3–1).

Lille, 8 June 2026 – Three days before the World Cup kicks off, the French national team sent a positive signal with a 3–1 win over Northern Ireland in their last warm-up match.

Didier Deschamps' side put in a convincing performance, led by an outstanding Michael Olise, who scored a hat-trick. Despite Northern Ireland pulling a goal back in the second half, Les Bleus controlled the match and were very efficient in attack — a reassuring sign ahead of the tournament.

Beyond the result, this win confirms that the French collective is growing ever stronger. Attacking play, technical quality and the confidence of several key players point to a team ready for the World Cup challenge, even if a few adjustments are still needed in defence.

The World Cup begins on 11 June 2026, opening a new adventure for Les Bleus, who are aiming for a tournament run that matches their ambitions. After this 3–1 win in Lille, French fans can look ahead to the coming challenges with optimism.

Final score: France 3 – 1 Northern Ireland.

Man of the match: Michael Olise, scorer of three goals.

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