# Kroupi earns first France call-up after Thuram injury

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/kroupi-earns-first-france-call-up-after-thuram-injury/
- Published: 2026-11-10T16:22:27+00:00
- Updated: 2026-11-10T19:12:24+00:00
- Original publisher: CNA (publisher lean: Centre)
- Original article: https://www.channelnewsasia.com/sport/kroupi-earns-first-france-call-up-after-thuram-injury-6540256
- Topics: Europe, World

## Key points

- Kroupi earns his first senior France call-up.
- He replaces injured forward Marcus Thuram.
- France need a draw against Italy to qualify.

## Summary

Bournemouth forward Eli Junior Kroupi has received his first senior France call-up, replacing Marcus Thuram, who is out with a right hamstring injury. The 20-year-old’s selection gives him a chance to make his international debut as France prepare for two Nations League matches.

Kroupi was the French second-tier top scorer in 2024-25 with 22 goals for Lorient, then scored 13 in his first Premier League season with Bournemouth. He has played five times for France Under-21s, but has featured in only four matches in all competitions this season while recovering from a foot injury. France visit Italy on Thursday and host Turkey on Sunday; a draw against Italy would secure a place in the Nations League quarter-finals.

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