Deschamps plans three changes to France XI against Iraq at U-20 World Cup

SALADIN, Iraq — France coach Didier Deschamps is preparing three changes to his starting lineup for Tuesday's World Cup group match against Iraq, according to L'Equipe. The adjustments follow France's 3-1 opening win over Senegal. Up front, Bradley Barcola is set to replace Desire Doue after coming off the bench in the 87th minute against Senegal and scoring France's second goal. In defense, Lucas Digne is expected to take over from Theo Hernandez, while Manu Kone will step in for Aurelien Tchouameni in midfield. France is aiming to book an early place in the knockout stage with a victory over Iraq and strengthen its position at the top of Group Nine, which also includes Norway and Senegal. Iraq opened its campaign with a 4-1 defeat to Norway. The projected France lineup: Mike Maignan; Lucas Digne, William Saliba, Dayot Upamecano, Jules Kounde; Adrien Rabiot, Manu Kone; Bradley Barcola, Michael Olise, Ousmane Dembele; Kylian Mbappe.