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France Held to Draw by Iceland, Delaying World Cup Qualification Hopes
France national football team faced a setback in their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification hopes, drawing 2-2 against Iceland in Reykjavík, leaving their future uncertain.
- In Reykjavík, the France national football team needed a victory over Iceland to secure their qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup with two matches remaining.
- Iceland shocked the two-time world champions by taking the lead in the first half, with defender Victor Palsson scoring from close range after a free-kick.
- Despite a strong performance from Kylian Mbappé and a goal from Jean-Philippe Mateta, France was unable to clinch the win as the match ended in a 2-2 draw.
Why It Matters
This draw delays the France national football teams qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, raising concerns about their consistency and performance heading into crucial matches. The outcome also keeps Ukraine in contention, intensifying the competition in Group D.