A third pause in play before we’ve even pulled the Christmas decorations out of storage may sound excessive, but the November international break has already served up some stunning autumn outfits.
Once again, it’s 2018 World Cup winners France who lead the way.
Yes, Didier Deschamps’ boys have again pulled out all the stops to further cement their position as the best dressed players in world football.
October’s apparel was all about wet weather fits, whereas November’s gathering – ahead of the final two Nations League games of 2024 – has focused around triple layering and donning the big coats.
Here, 90min channels their inner style to rank the France’s players arrival to camp.
It may look simple, but sometimes simplicity truly is key. You can take the player out of the United Kingdom, but you can’t take the United Kingdom out of the player – isn’t that right, Lucas Digne?
The Aston Villa star strode out of his car donning a Burberry bomber jacket, one of Britain’s best. He paired some distressed-look jeans with his outerwear to truly solidify his streetwear style.
It’s a classic, stylish look from the Frenchman, and one that we love.
Public service announcement: Ousmane Dembele reveals that it’s now time to dig out our gilets.
We’ll follow your lead, Ousmane. The Paris Saint-Germain winger pieced together a perfect outfit for his November arrival ‘fit – styling a beige gilet jacket with beige trousers.
This neutral design is perfect for the colder months, with a white sweatshirt hidden just underneath the jacket for added warmth.
There were no hidden surprises this time from Liverpool centre-back Ibrahima Konate. Yes, he ditched the zip-up hood, but there was still a bit of wow factor about his entrance.
Usually found wearing all red, Konate rocked a classic black suit when he pulled up to Clairefontaine-en-Yvelines, looking smart and ever so sleek.
Complemented with a steel silver watch. Konate went back to basics for November, dressing down the formal feel of the suit jacket by wearing a cotton t-shirt underneath. Genius.
If you’re looking for a picture to accompany the dictionary definition of ‘incredible outfit’, look no further than Manu Kone.
The Roma midfielder co-ordinated a fashionista’s dream by complementing a stylish hat with shades and a patterned denim jacket – protective eye wear a top tip for those who wonder whether or not sunglasses are suitable for autumn and winter.
In terms of pure Parisian vibes, it’s a 10/10 all day long.
Not only is Theo Hernandez one of the world’s best left-backs, he’s undoubtedly one of the world’s most stylish players on the circuit.
This time the AC Milan superstar rocked up with a double dose of sweater underneath a tiger-print thick jacket, blending in to the autumnal leaves by keeping the palette neutral.
Beige baggy trousers and a cap complete the simple, yet oh so effective look.
Destructor, trend-setter, fashion icon – Jules Kounde knows his role in France’s setup goes way beyond being a brilliant defender.
Pairing a 1980s French style jacket with baggy joggers and a smattering of gold jewellery, Kounde once again ticks all of the boxes. And if you somehow weren’t sold on the look, you’ll definitely appreciate the audacity of arriving at training with a Louis Vuitton bag.
Add the beanie and sunglasses to complete the look and you get the best dressed arrival at France’s training camp.
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