France lose 1-2 to Ivory Coast in Nantes

France lost 1-2 to Ivory Coast in Nantes on Thursday 4 June. The match was the French team's first preparation fixture for the 2026 World Cup. Ivory Coast scored twice while France managed one goal. The two‑goal margin marked France's defeat in the friendly. Coach Didier Deschamps addressed the media after the game. He said, "If we needed a reminder, we got it." Deschamps' comment highlighted the need for improvement before the tournament. The loss acts as a reminder for the squad. France will look to correct shortcomings in upcoming preparation matches. The team aims to avoid similar setbacks ahead of the World Cup.