Turkey vs France Tips & Predictions – Back Away Win & BTTS in the UEFA Nations League
France is ushering in a new era under manager Zinedine Zidane, which should see a highly motivated squad as they face Turkey. While Turkey has a strong team and the backing of their home crowd, their chances may be limited to a consolation goal. Ousmane Dembele, who impressed at the 2026 World Cup by scoring six goals, emerges as a standout bet to score at any time during the game. Expectations are high for France’s players and their dynamic new leadership.
- France had a disappointing run at the World Cup 2026
- We are backing them to start the new UNL campaign with a win
- Check our full preview for Turkey vs France below
Turkey have a lot of talent and quality on their roster, so I believe they will make this affair tricky for Les Bleus. However, French scoring potential should make the difference and help them secure three points.
- Key Stats
- Les Bleus Lead Head to Head
- Turkey Trying to Mend Their WC Wounds
- Debut Match for Zinedine Zidane
- Team News & Predicted Lineups
Key Stats
- Turkey have lost 2 of their last 3 matches.
- Turkey have scored in their last 2 matches against France.
- France have won 7 of their last 9 matches.
- France have conceded 6 goals in their last 2 matches.
- Ousmane Dembele has scored 2 goals in his last 3 matches for France.
Les Bleus Lead Head to Head
These two nations locked horns six times so far, France holding a 4-1 advantage in terms of victories.
Turkey Trying to Mend Their WC Wounds
Turkey were tagged as one of biggest dark horses going into the World Cup 2026, especially after winning their two friendly games against North Macedonia 4-0 and Venezuela 2-1 ahead of the tournament.
The Crescent Stars dominated the pitch and missed dozens of chances in their first two games at the WC, registering back to back defeats to Australia 2-0 and Paraguay 1-0 (had 62 shots total in these two games) and suffered elimination.
Vincenzo Montella's side claimed some consolation by defeating the United States 3-2 in the final round, Arda Guler, Baris Yilmaz and Kaan Ayhan appearing on the scoresheet.
Debut Match for Zinedine Zidane
France entered the World Cup 2026 as prime candidate to go all the way, looked great all until the semifinals where they were deservedly beaten by Spain 2-0.
Next, Les bleus locked horns against England in the bronze medal decider and suffered another loss 6-4. Kylian Mbappe netted a brace here, Bradley Barcola and Ousmane Dembele also on target.
This was the final match for Didier Deschamps as French national coach, stepping down after 14 years with Zinedine Zidane being appointed as the successor.
Team News & Predicted Lineups
Turkey (4-3-3) Ugurcan Cakir; Zeki Celik, Merih Demiral, Abdulkerim Bardakci, Eren Elmali; Salih Ozcan, Ismail Yuksek, Arda Guler; Irfan Can Kahveci, Baris Alper Yilmaz, Kerem Akturkoglu
Captain Hakan Calhanoglu and Juventus forward Kenan Yildiz are sidelined through injuries, while Orkun Kokcu remains a doubt.
Captain Hakan Calhanoglu and Juventus forward Kenan Yildiz are sidelined through injuries, while Orkun Kokcu remains a doubt.
France (4-3-3) Mike Maignan; Jules Kounde, Dayot Upamecano, Ibrahima Konate, Adrien Truffert; Eduardo Camavinga, Adrien Rabiot, Michael Olise; Ousmane Dembele, Kylian Mbappe, Desire Doue
William Saliba, Aurelien Tchouameni, and Warren Zaire-Emery were out of contention due to injuries. N'Golo Kante and MarcusThuram were not called up this time.
William Saliba, Aurelien Tchouameni, and Warren Zaire-Emery were out of contention due to injuries. N'Golo Kante and MarcusThuram were not called up this time.
Verdict
France are entering a new era under Zinedine Zidane so I expect their players to be very motivated on Friday. Turkey have a strong roster too and can score in front of the home crowd, but only as consolation.
Another bet worth considering is Ousmane Dembele to score anytime. He did great at the World Cup 2026, netting six goals, and I expect him to spend a lot of time inside the box.
Another bet worth considering is Ousmane Dembele to score anytime. He did great at the World Cup 2026, netting six goals, and I expect him to spend a lot of time inside the box.
France Win & BTTS
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