France Vs Ukraine Player Ratings: Olise and Mbappé Shine in 4-0 Demolition

France delivered a ruthless second-half performance to sweep aside Ukraine 4-0 at the Parc des Princes, reaffirming their dominance in World Cup qualifying. After a cagey opening half in which Ukraine defended resolutely, Les Bleus exploded into life after the break. Michael Olise’s dazzling run won the crucial penalty that Kylian Mbappé calmly converted to break the deadlock — and from there, the floodgates opened. Mbappé and Olise orchestrated wave after wave of attacks, slicing through the Ukrainian defence with flair and precision. The emphatic scoreline was a true reflection of France’s superiority on the night — a statement victory that will echo across Europe. Here are Sportsdunia's France vs Ukraine Player Ratings.

France Player Ratings vs Ukraine

Here are France Player Ratings from France vs Ukraine game:

Goalkeeper

Mike Maignan - 6.5: Honestly, he could have brought a book to read. Ukraine offered next to nothing going forward, leaving Maignan as a spectator for most of the game. He was tidy with his distribution when called upon but was never truly tested. An easy clean sheet.

Defenders

Jules Koundé - 7.5: A very solid and composed performance on the right. He was a constant outlet, pushing forward to support the attack and delivered some decent crosses. Defensively, he was untroubled and his passing from the back was crisp and accurate, helping start many of France's attacks.

William Saliba - 7.0: Looked calm and collected at the heart of the defence. He dominated his duels, winning headers and reading the game well to make 8 ball recoveries. Saliba's partnership with Upamecano was impenetrable, giving the Ukrainian forwards absolutely no space to operate.

Dayot Upamecano - 7.0: Much like his partner, a very comfortable evening. He was strong in the tackle and used his pace to sweep up any potential danger before it developed. His high pass accuracy shows how comfortable he was in possession, playing out from the back with confidence.

Lucas Digne - 7.5: A really impressive display from the left-back. He was a menace going forward, with over 100 touches of the ball. He linked up beautifully with the attackers on his flank and was a reliable defensive presence, winning most of his duels. A very balanced and effective performance.

Midfielders

N'Golo Kanté - 8.5: What more can you say about this man? A vintage Kanté performance. He was absolutely everywhere, covering every blade of grass and making 8 crucial ball recoveries. His energy is just infectious and he even popped up with an assist, showcasing his quality in the final third.

Manu Koné - 7.0: A strong and bustling presence in the midfield before his substitution. He drove forward with the ball effectively, completing 3 dribbles, and was tenacious in the tackle. The yellow card was a slight blot, but it didn't detract from a very solid outing where he helped France win the midfield battle.

Michael Olise - 9.5: Simply breathtaking. This was a masterclass in creative football. He scored a goal, won the crucial penalty, and created an astonishing 5 chances. Everything good that France did seemed to flow through him. His vision and execution were on another level, and Ukraine just couldn't handle him. The clear Man of the Match.

Forwards

Bradley Barcola - 7.5: Very lively and direct during his time on the pitch. He created four chances for his teammates, constantly looking to make things happen. He was unlucky not to score, hitting the woodwork once. A promising performance full of energy and intent.

Kylian Mbappé - 9.0: It's a strange thing to say when a player scores two and assists one, but he could have had more. He missed three big chances, but his impact was undeniable. His pace was terrifying, he held his nerve for the penalty, and his second goal was pure instinct. A world-class contribution from the captain.

Rayan Cherki - 7.5: Played with real flair and confidence. Before being subbed, he was a creative spark, creating 4 chances and constantly trying to unlock the Ukraine defence. Some of his passing was exquisite to watch. A very encouraging performance that had the defenders on their heels.

Substitutes

Hugo Ekitiké - 7.5: Came on and made an immediate impact, hitting the post before grabbing a well-deserved goal late on. Great cameo.

Maghnes Akliouche - 7.0: Looked bright and forced a good save from the keeper shortly after coming on.

Warren Zaïre-Emery - N/A: Not enough time to make a significant impact.

Christopher Nkunku - N/A: A late change for the brilliant Olise.

Malo Gusto - N/A: Came on in the final minutes.

Manager

D. Deschamps - 8.5: He got his tactics spot on. He trusted his team to be patient in the first half and they delivered with an attacking explosion in the second. The substitutions were effective, and the team played with a swagger and confidence that starts with the manager. A perfect night's work.

Ukraine Player Ratings vs France

Check out Ukraine Player Ratings from Ukraine vs France game:

Goalkeeper

Anatoliy Trubin - 7.0: You have to feel for him. He conceded four goals but without his six saves, this could easily have been seven or eight. He made several key stops, particularly in the first half, to keep his team in it for as long as possible. A brave performance in a losing effort.

Defenders

Oleksandr Karavaev - 5.0: A really difficult evening for the right-back. He was constantly exposed by France's fluid attack and lost possession a staggering 17 times. He struggled to cope with the pace and movement down his flank and offered little going forward.

Ilya Zabarnyi - 5.0: As captain, he presided over a defensive collapse. He made a number of clearances but also had an error that led to a shot, which summed up his nervy performance. He looked overwhelmed by the quality of the French forwards and couldn't organize his backline effectively.

Oleksandr Svatok - 5.5: Fought hard but was ultimately part of a defence that was torn to shreds. He did manage a couple of interceptions but was often a step behind the play. It was a thankless task trying to contain the French attack, and he struggled all night.

Taras Mykhavko - 4.5: A disastrous performance. Conceding the penalty was the moment the game was lost, a clumsy challenge that broke his team's spirit. The yellow card was inevitable. It was a tough lesson for the defender against world-class opposition.

Bogdan Mykhaylichenko - 5.0: Similar to Karavaev on the other side, he was run ragged. He won a few tackles but was bypassed far too easily throughout the match. He lost possession frequently and couldn't provide any stability on the left side of the defence.

Midfielders

Yegor Nazaryna - 5.5: He tried to get on the ball but was largely ineffective. The French midfield completely dominated his area of the pitch, and he spent most of the game chasing shadows. He won a few duels but couldn't impose himself on the game at all.

Oleg Ocheretko - 6.0: One of the few who showed some real fight, winning 8 duels and making 6 tackles before he was substituted. He put in a real shift defensively, but it was a lonely battle. He offered little in an attacking sense, but his defensive work rate was commendable.

Yegor Yarmolyuk - 5.5: Battled hard but was ultimately overrun. He got stuck in with 5 tackles but also picked up a booking for a frustrated challenge. He struggled to keep possession and couldn't connect the midfield to the attack, which was isolated for large spells.

Forwards

Oleksiy Gutsulyak - 5.0: A completely anonymous display. He had just 16 touches before being hooked after an hour. He failed to make any impact on the game and was a passenger. A frustrating night where he was left isolated and ineffective.

Roman Yaremchuk - 6.0: Worked tirelessly with almost no service. He won an impressive 7 duels and tried to hold the ball up, but he was fighting a losing battle against Saliba and Upamecano. You can't fault his effort, but he had no real opportunity to show his quality in front of goal.

Substitutes

Vladyslav Vanat - 5.5: Came on but couldn't change the flow of the game.

Mykola Shaparenko - 5.5: Brought on to add fresh legs to a beaten midfield.

Viktor Tsygankov - N/A: Not enough time to make an impact.

Oleksandr Zubkov - N/A: Late substitution.

Nazar Voloshyn - N/A: Came on for the final few minutes.

Manager

S. Rebrov - 4.5: His game plan to sit deep and absorb pressure worked for 45 minutes, but there was no Plan B. Once the first goal went in, his team completely capitulated. He watched on as his side were tactically outclassed, unable to stem the blue tide. A very tough night for the coach.

Sportsdunia's Player of the Match goes to Michael Olise.