Kolo Muani face uphill battle to make Les Blues squad for 2026 World Cup

Despite France securing qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, uncertainty is already surrounding the future of Randal Kolo Muani within the squad.

The forward faces an uphill battle to earn a place in the final tournament roster, with his current form falling short of expectations.

Once seen as a key attacking option for France, Kolo Muani’s performances this season have raised serious doubts among the national team’s technical staff.

Now plying his trade at Tottenham Hotspur FC, the 25-year-old, who has DR Congo descent has struggled to make a consistent impact. Across 34 appearances this campaign, he has managed just five goals and four assists—numbers that pale in comparison to the fierce competition for places in France’s star-studded attack.

With Les Bleus boasting a wealth of offensive talent, every spot is fiercely contested, leaving little room for players out of form. As preparations intensify, Kolo Muani finds himself at a critical juncture, needing a strong resurgence to revive his World Cup hopes.

Meanwhile, uncertainty also lingers at club level. Tottenham are reportedly considering an unexpected internal solution, with experienced defender Ben Davies emerging as a potential interim head coach option until the end of the season—a move that underlines the instability surrounding the club.

For Kolo Muani, both club and international futures hang in the balance. With time running out before the World Cup, the coming months could define whether he reclaims his place among France’s elite—or watches the tournament from afar.