PARIS (Interstat) — A pivotal World Cup qualifying match in Europe will see an undefeated France host a perfect Ukraine in a Group Stage clash on Thursday, Nov. 13, 2025.

France, the home side at the Stade de France, enters the match with a 3-0-1 record across all competitions this season and a 1-0-0 start in World Cup qualifying. Les Bleus are coming off a 2-2 draw with Germany on Oct. 28, which followed another 2-2 draw with Iceland on Oct. 13.

Ukraine, meanwhile, boasts a 2-0-0 record in World Cup qualifying and is 2-1-0 overall. They are riding momentum from a 2-1 comeback victory over Azerbaijan on Oct. 13, which was preceded by a high-scoring 5-3 win in Iceland.

The recent history between these two sides favors the French, who secured a 2-0 victory over Ukraine in their last meeting on Sept. 5, 2025.

According to the Interstat game simulator, France is projected to win 2-1. The match will be a key test for both squads as they navigate a tight qualifying group.

Following Thursday’s contest, both teams will quickly return to action on Sunday, Nov. 16. France will travel to face Azerbaijan, while Ukraine will host Iceland in another round of UEFA World Cup qualifiers.