Has N'Golo Kanté played in a World Cup before?

France has appeared in 17 World Cups. Check the Career tab for N'Golo Kanté's full international history.

What position does N'Golo Kanté play?

N'Golo Kanté plays as a midfielder for France at the 2026 World Cup.

Which group is France in at the 2026 World Cup?

France are in Group I at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, alongside Senegal, Norway, Iraq.

When does France play at the World Cup?

France's first match is on 2026-06-16 against Senegal at MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford.

N'Golo Kanté – France | World Cup 2026 Player Profile

N'Golo Kanté

Date of BirthMarch 29, 1991 (age 35)

Place of BirthParis, France

Height / Weight168 / 68

PositionMidfielder

Current ClubAl-Ittihad FC

Career

Appearances

Career

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2025-26 Season

Competition	MP	Gls	Ast
Friendlies	4	0	0
King's Cup	8	0	1
Friendlies Clubs	8	0	1
King's Cup	2	0	0
Super Cup	1	0	0
AFC Champions League Elite	5	0	0
Süper Lig	14	2	0
UEFA Europa League	2	0	0
Pro League	18	2	1
Türkiye Kupası	2	0	0
Euro Championship	6	0	0
UEFA Nations League	3	0	1
World Cup - Qualification Europe	1	0	1
All Competitions	74	4	5

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France's group: Group I →

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World Cup 2026

Group I →

#	Team	P	W	L	GD	Pts
1	France	3	3	0	8	9
2	Norway	3	2	1	1	6
3	Senegal	3	1	2	2	3
4	Iraq	3	0	3	-11	0

2026-06-16France vs SenegalMetLife Stadium, East Rutherford→2026-06-22France vs IraqLincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia→2026-06-26Norway vs FranceGillette Stadium, Foxborough→

2026 tournament outlook

N'Golo Kanté will represent France at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. France have been drawn in Group I alongside Senegal, Norway, Iraq. Their campaign begins on 2026-06-16 against Senegal at MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford. As a midfielder, Kanté will be looking to make an impact on the biggest stage in world football. France is a 2-time World Cup champion and will be looking to add to their legacy.

France at the 2026 World Cup

N'Golo Kanté is part of the France squad for the 2026 World Cup, managed by Didier Deschamps, alongside L. Chevalier, L. Digne, E. Camavinga, and B. Barcola among the key players.

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