As one of the two European nations to have confirmed their spot at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, France travel to Baku to face already-eliminated Azerbaijan on the final matchday of the qualification phase on Sunday, 16 November.
Keep close tabs on our World Cup predictions after viewing our key Azerbaijan vs France tips below.
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Azerbaijan vs France prediction: Les Bleus to celebrate another undefeated WCQ cycle
Key stats
- Azerbaijan are on a 12-match winless run across all competitions.
- Milli Komanda have failed to win on home turf in eight outings.
- France are undefeated in six straight competitive fixtures (W5, D1).
- Les Bleus have attempted 20+ shots in each of their last four games.
Correct score prediction: Azerbaijan 1-3 France
Sitting at the bottom of Group D with a solitary point to their name, Azerbaijan have struggled spectacularly this World Cup qualifying campaign, now losing three on the trot. Aykhan Abbasov’s side have nothing but pride to play for in front of their home faithful.
France, meanwhile, are one of the two European sides, alongside England, to have sealed their spot at next year’s showdown event following their 4-0 win over Ukraine. The two-time World Cup winners are clearly in line to go unbeaten for a second successive WCQ cycle.
Expect the Blues to comfortably beat the hosts in what in bound to extend their winless streak to 15 games, including friendlies.
Pre-game odds and win probability: France all the way
- HOME: 25/1 (26.00) = 3.8%
- DRAW: 9/1 (10.00) = 10%
- AWAY: 1/11 (1.09) = 91.7%
*odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
Already eliminated, Azerbaijan are low on morale in the dugout, having conceded 13 goals in five WCQ fixtures. They are backed by 25/1 (26.00) odds, suggesting a 3.8% chance of success on home turf.
France clearly have the momentum in their favour, winning four and drawing once this qualifying campaign. Didier Deschamps’ men have odds of 1/11 (1.09) stacked in their favour – a 91.7% win probability rate.
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Most recent H2Hs: French supremacy
France have won each of their three H2Hs against Azerbaijan without conceding a strike, including a 3-0 win in the reverse fixture last month.
Azerbaijan preview: Can they hold out France?
Abbasov has only one absentee to deal with: Rustam Ahmadzada.
Predicted lineup: Bayramov (GK), Badaov, Krivotsyuk, Mustafazada, Huseynov, Makhmudov, Khaybulaev, Abbasov, Bayramov, Aliyev & Akhundzade
Last five matches:
- Azerbaijan 0-2 Iceland (World Cup Qualifiers)
- Ukraine 2-1 Azerbaijan (World Cup Qualifiers)
- France 3-0 Azerbaijan (World Cup Qualifiers)
- Azerbaijan 1-1 Ukraine (World Cup Qualifiers)
- Iceland 5-0 Azerbaijan (World Cup Qualifiers)
France preview: Clear favourites
Two players are suspended for Deschamps: Jules Kounde and Manu Kone. Meanwhile, Eduardo Camavinga will also not be available for selection.
Predicted lineup: Maignan (GK), Kounde, Upamecano, Saliba, Digne, Kone, Kante, Olise, Cherkki, Barcola & Mbappe
Last five matches:
- France 4-0 Ukraine (World Cup Qualifiers)
- Iceland 2-2 France (World Cup Qualifiers)
- France 3-0 Azerbaijan (World Cup Qualifiers)
- France 2-1 Iceland (World Cup Qualifiers)
- Ukraine 0-2 France (World Cup Qualifiers)
Player to watch: Kylian Mbappe
The Real Madrid forward has been in stunning form this campaign for both club and country. His second half brace against Ukraine saw him reach 400 career goals at just age 26, and he will be brimming with confidence to add to that tally when France visit Baku for their final WCQ fixture.