Marcus Thuram
Available off bench
Thuram (calf) is on the bench for Tuesday's clash with Spain.
Analysis: Thuram has actually been available off the bench for the last four matches but hasn't been called upon. Whether that is fitness or just no place in the team is unclear, but he is once again available, this time for the semi-final. Thuram scored 13 times and added six assists for Inter this season.
Stays on bench Thursday
Thuram (calf) was an unused substitute in Thursday's 2-0 win over Morocco in the 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinals.
Analysis: Thuram didn't see action in this quarterfinal win, and the Inter Milan striker continues to be a depth piece for Les Bleus -- he's logged just one minute in the World Cup. Thuram will aim to return to action in the semifinals next Tuesday, but it remains to be seen whether he'll be an option since he's a backup behind Kylian Mbappe (ankle) and Jean-Philippe Mateta.
Likely against Morocco
Thuram (calf) is back doing exercises and running drills alongside physical trainer Cyril Moine and a full return to team training is imminent for the Inter Milan forward, and barring any setback, he is expected to be available for Thursday's quarterfinal against Morocco, according L'Equipe.
Analysis: Thuram is trending in the right direction after missing the last two knockout rounds, with his return to fuller training Sunday a positive sign for France ahead of Thursday. The calf issue has limited him to a single one minute substitute appearance so far at the tournament. Given the layoff, a spot on the bench looks more likely than a start against Morocco, with the coaching staff able to ease him back in given the squad depth at forward.
Starting to train
Thuram (calf) is back in training but has yet to resume full training, according to Loic Tanzi of L'Equipe.
Analysis: Thuram is seeing a boost in health following France's round of 16 win, as the forward was available for limited training Sunday. Luckily for the team, this remains a minor loss, as he has only featured once off the bench for a minute, although that can be greatly blamed on his injury. If he is to return to face Morocco on Thursday, expect a bench spot for the forward.
Won't face Paraguay
Thuram (calf) is out for Saturday's match against Paraguay, according to manager Didier Deschamps, per Anthony Clement of L'Equipe. "He is still in an adapted session. It's better, he has resumed the race and will continue today (Friday)."
Analysis: Thuram was unavailable for France against Sweden in the round of 32 and will now miss the round of 16, as he is yet to resume training following a calf injury. This will leave the team with one less option in the attack, although that shouldn't be an issue for a team that could start three different lines of world-class attackers. He will hope to return in the quarterfinals, as France is likely to make it barring a massive upset.
Still absent from group training
Thuram (calf) remained away from collective training on Wednesday, limiting himself to bike work at Bentley University while his teammates who featured as substitutes against Sweden took part in a reduced session, according to L'Equipe.
Analysis: Thuram has now missed multiple training sessions with the group since the calf issue emerged, raising further doubts about his availability for France's round of 16 fixture. Should he be unable to feature, Jean-Philippe Mateta is expected to continue as the backup option to Kylian Mbappe at the tip of the attack, with no return timeline provided as the coaching staff continue to monitor his condition.
Ruled out vs Sweden
Thuram (muscular) has been officially ruled out of Tuesday's round of 16 clash against Sweden, according to coach Didier Deschamps, per L'Equipe. "Marcus, it is not serious, but it is a muscular issue."
Analysis: Thuram's absence was widely anticipated after he had been unable to train for the past two days and was limited to bike work, with the confirmation of his unavailability coming ahead of the knockout fixture. The forward had managed just one minute of action during the group stage, making the impact of his absence relatively limited given that Kylian Mbappe is set to lead the attack with Jean-Philippe Mateta available as a backup option. France enter the fixture as clear favorites against Sweden, and coach Didier Deschamps has sufficient attacking depth to cope without Thuram for the time being.
Doesn't train, Tuesday in doubt
Thuram is likely to miss Tuesday's match against Sweden due to a calf injury, according to Damien Degorre of L'Equipe.
Analysis: Thuram was not able to train the past two days and was only able to ride a bike, suffering from a calf injury that now leaves him a concern for Tuesday. He was unlikely to see the field either way, as Kylian Mbappe will start at forward while Jean-Philippe Mateta serves as a backup, with any of their attackers really able to take on the starting role. This should then be a minor loss for the French team, who are the favorites by a decent margin against Sweden.
Out versus Bologna
Thuram has already left Italy to start preparing for the World Cup, Goal informed.
Analysis: Thuram recently dealt with a minor thigh problem and has been allowed to reach the French setup early to work on his conditioning, as he wasn't needed in the season finale, with Inter wrapping things up early. He closes a seesawing campaign with 15 goals, seven assists, 104 shots (35 on target) and 41 key passes in 38 appearances (30 starts), matching his previous numbers. Lautaro Martinez, Francesco Pio Esposito and Ange-Yoan Bonny will handle the attack against Bologna on Saturday.
Delivers one assist
Thuram assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 3-0 victory over Lazio.
Analysis: Thuram played a decisive role in Saturday's 3-0 win at Lazio, providing the assist for Lautaro Martinez's opening goal while adding two key passes. The French forward was also replaced at the start of the second half by Ange-Yoan Bonny as part of a planned rotation, finishing with one goal and consistent pressing that kept the Lazio backline under pressure during his 45 minutes. Thuram has now scored 13 Serie A goals and delivered six assists across 29 appearances this season.
Scores in five straight
Thuram scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Sunday's 2-0 win versus Parma.
Analysis: Thuram continued his impressive run of form, scoring for the fifth straight game and netting his sixth goal during that stretch, already surpassing the five goals in the league he had managed before this run began.The forward has been highly efficient, with those six goals coming from just 14 shots, including seven on target.
Scoring run continues
Thuram scored one goal to go with four shots (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Sunday's 2-2 draw against Torino.
Analysis: Thuram opened the scoring to extend his impressive run to four consecutive games on the scoresheet, contributing to half of his team's goals during that stretch with five goals from 11 shots and two assists from four chances created.
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