Date: 05/09/25
Kick-off time: 19:45
Venue: Stadion Wrocław, Poland

Well, here we go again. Friday night gives us a proper clash — Ukraine vs France in the World Cup qualifiers. On paper, it’s one of the toughest games of the group. Ukraine are trying to find consistency, while France, fresh off another Nations League run, are expected to cruise through qualifying. But as always, football has a way of surprising us.

So, can Ukraine spring an upset? Or will France do what France usually do and take control? Let’s dig in.

Ukraine vs France Team News

Ukraine come into this one buzzing after a 2-1 friendly win over New Zealand. Zinchenko got the late winner in that game, and you just know he’ll be pulling the strings again here. They’ve got a few headaches though:

• Injuries: Key forward Roman Yaremchuk is carrying a knock, and defender Illya Zabarnyi faces a race against time to be fit.
• Form players: Mykola Shaparenko has been lively in midfield and could be crucial if Ukraine want to keep the ball.

France’s squad is, well, stacked as usual. They beat Germany 2-0 last time out, with Mbappé doing Mbappé things and new face Michael Olise bagging one too. Didier Deschamps has options everywhere:

• Injuries: Kingsley Coman is sidelined, and Aurélien Tchouaméni isn’t fully fit.
• Suspension worries: None, so expect the strongest possible XI.
• On form: Mbappé, obviously. But also watch out for Antoine Griezmann, who loves qualifiers.

Likely Lineups

Ukraine (4-2-3-1): Trubin; Tymchyk, Matviyenko, Zabarnyi, Mykhaylichenko; Stepanenko, Zinchenko; Tsyhankov, Malinovskyi, Mudryk; Dovbyk.

France (4-3-3): Maignan; Koundé, Konaté, Upamecano, Hernandez; Rabiot, Camavinga, Griezmann; Olise, Giroud, Mbappé.

Ukraine vs France Betting Tips

Here’s what I think… this one has goals written all over it. Ukraine’s last four games produced 16 goals, and both teams have scored in 8 of their last 10. France, meanwhile, average nearly 2 goals a game in recent fixtures.

Betting angles worth looking at:

• France to win & both teams to score – Ukraine usually find the net, but France have the firepower to outscore them.
• Over 2.5 goals – recent stats back this up.
• Kylian Mbappé anytime scorer – he’s already on fire this season.

Ukraine vs France Match Prediction

I can see Ukraine grabbing a goal, maybe through Dovbyk or Mudryk, but over 90 minutes France’s quality is too much. They’ll dominate possession, carve out chances, and when you’ve got Mbappé on the pitch, you’re never short of goals.

Match Prediction: France to win. Bet with bet365.

Ukraine vs France Correct Score Tips & Prediction

This one feels like a 3-1 France win. Ukraine are dangerous going forward but leave too many gaps at the back. France will punish that.

Correct Score Prediction: France 3-1 Ukraine. Bet with bet365.

Ukraine vs France Over & Under Goals Betting Tips

The stats scream goals:

• Their head-to-head history averages 3+ goals a game.
• Ukraine’s last 6 games = 21 goals combined.
• France have scored 11 in their last 6.

Over/Under Prediction: Over 3.5 Goals. Bet with bet365.

Ukraine vs France Bet Builder Tip

Here’s a bet builder I like for this one:

• France to win
• Both teams to score
• Kylian Mbappé anytime scorer
• Over 2.5 goals

That’s your Friday night goal-fest combo.

Bet Builder Tip: France to Win, BTTS Yes, Mbappé Anytime, Over 2.5 Goals. Bet with bet365.

Key Stats

• Ukraine have only beaten France once in 11 meetings.
• Both teams have scored in 8 of Ukraine’s last 10 games.
• France have won 5 of their last 8 matches.
• Average goals per game in this fixture since 2012: 3.17.

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