Les Bleus observed a minute’s silence as they took to the pitch at the Stade de France late on Wednesday afternoon. It was a time for meditation in tribute to the victims of November 13. Following on from this, the men from Didier Deschamps trained on the Saint-Denis turf.

For the very special meeting against Israelthe coach is expected to “mix and match” his team, including the outlook for Italy match in Milan on Sunday. Barring any surprises on Thursday, Les Bleus are likely to field a Koundé-Konaté-Upamecano-Hernandez defense against the 81st-ranked Fifa nation. In midfield, a trio is emerging with Kanté-Zaire Emery-Camavinga, while in attack the trio Olise-Kolo Muani-Barcola is advanced. Find out at 8pm on Thursday.

Les Bleus’ probable line-up
Maignan – Koundé, Konaté, Upamecano, T. Hernandez – Zaïre Emery, Kanté (cap.), Camavinga – Olise, Kolo Muani, Barcola