Vieri: France’s 2026 squad untouchable; only two Italy players make the cut
Legendary striker Cristian Vieri drops a bombshell on France’s dominance and Italy’s World Cup absence, naming just two current Azzurri who could start in Didier Deschamps’s side.
Legendary striker Cristian Vieri has declared France the most complete squad at the 2026 World Cup and suggested only two current Italy players would earn starting roles in Didier Deschamps’s side. Vieri’s assessment, delivered as part of a broader critique of international depth, positions France as the tournament favorites. He singled out Kylian Mbappé, Lionel Messi, and Erling Haaland as the leading contenders for the Golden Boot, underscoring the attacking firepower on display in North America.
