World Cup: one of Deschamps’ key men out for Paraguay!

A major blow for the France team.

Just a few hours before kickoff of their 2026 World Cup round-of-16 match, the France team now has to deal with some very bad news.

According to information from RMC Sport, confirmed by L’Équipe, Aurélien Tchouaméni has been ruled out of tonight’s match against Paraguay (11 p.m.).

The vice-captain of Les Bleus is suffering from a thigh issue and is expected to be replaced by Manu Koné, who played in the last two group-stage matches.

RMC Sport adds that the Real Madrid player should be fit again for a possible quarter-final, if France qualify this Saturday evening.

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