Date of Tips: 11/11/2025
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Date: Thursday, 13 November 2025
Kick-off: 20:45
Venue: Parc des Princes, Paris
This France vs Ukraine prediction shapes up to be one of the most crucial fixtures in the European World Cup Qualifiers. France are just one win away from confirming their place at the 2026 World Cup, while Ukraine are determined to keep their hopes alive with an upset in Paris.
Both sides have been full of goals in recent weeks, so you can expect another lively contest here. Let’s break it all down — from team news and lineups to betting insights and score predictions.
Didier Deschamps’ side come into this clash unbeaten in the qualifiers, though their recent 2-2 draw with Iceland showed they’re not completely flawless. France dominated that game with 70% possession and 20 shots, but lapses in concentration cost them the full three points.
For this match, Deschamps will be without Ousmane Dembele, Desire Doue, and Aurelien Tchouameni, all sidelined through injury. The good news? Randal Kolo Muani is back in the squad, adding extra attacking depth.
The spotlight, as always, falls on Kylian Mbappe. The Real Madrid star continues to be France’s most consistent goal threat, and playing on home soil, he’ll be desperate to make the difference once again.
Ukraine travel to Paris full of confidence after a solid 2-1 victory over Azerbaijan. Oleksiy Hutsuliak and Ruslan Malinovskyi found the net in that one, showing how dangerous this team can be when given time and space in the final third.
However, the visitors will sorely miss Oleksandr Zinchenko, who’s out injured. His absence could leave a gap at left-back, especially against France’s quick transitions and wide overloads.
Despite that setback, Ukraine’s recent form is encouraging — they’ve scored in every qualifier since losing to France earlier in the campaign.
France (4-2-3-1): Maignan; Koundé, Upamecano, Saliba, Hernandez; Rabiot, Camavinga; Coman, Griezmann, Mbappe; Kolo Muani
Ukraine (4-3-3): Trubin; Tymchyk, Zabarnyi, Matviyenko, Mykolenko; Stepanenko, Malinovskyi, Sudakov; Tsyhankov, Yaremchuk, Hutsuliak
France have been efficient rather than dominant, but their attacking numbers are strong — 9 goals scored in four qualifiers, conceding just three. They’ve also averaged over 60% possession in their last three games.
Ukraine, meanwhile, have been unpredictable but exciting. Their last six matches produced an average of 4 goals per game, which tells you just how open they tend to play.
With that in mind, here are the key betting insights:
So, what’s the overall France vs Ukraine prediction?
Well, Ukraine’s resurgence makes them a tricky opponent, but France’s home form and depth should be enough to get them over the line. Expect Deschamps’ side to dominate possession and territory, but don’t rule out Ukraine sneaking a goal on the break.
France have kept only one clean sheet in their last three qualifiers, and Ukraine’s attacking trio can take advantage if given space.
Match Prediction: France to win. Bet with bet365.
The pattern of recent matches suggests this could be another competitive fixture with goals at both ends. France’s attacking combinations — especially Mbappe linking with Griezmann and Kolo Muani — should eventually break through.
Ukraine will battle hard, but without Zinchenko, their defensive structure could be exposed late on.
Correct Score Prediction: France 2-1 Ukraine. Bet with bet365.
Under 3.5 Goals: Reasonable hedge if you expect a controlled but still entertaining contest.
Over 2.5 Goals: Strongly favoured, given both sides’ scoring form (23 total goals in France’s last six, 24 in Ukraine’s).
Both Teams to Score: Yes — Ukraine have netted in every game since their last loss to France.
Over/Under Prediction: Over 2.5 Goals. Bet with bet365.
Here’s a realistic bet builder combination:
This combination fits perfectly with how both teams have been performing recently — attacking, open, but with France’s superior finishing power making the difference.
Bet Builder Tip: France to Win, Both Teams to Score, Over 2.5 Goals, and Kylian Mbappe to Score Anytime. Bet with bet365.
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France are favourites, especially at home, but Ukraine are capable of scoring and making this a close contest.
The most likely outcome is a 2-1 win for France, with both teams on the scoresheet.
Yes, Mbappe is fit and expected to start — he remains the key attacking threat for France.
Ousmane Dembele, Desire Doue, and Aurelien Tchouameni are unavailable due to injuries.