Wembanyama to join French national team for World Cup qualifiers, will play Slovenia

French basketball sensation Victor Wembanyama has committed to playing for the national team in the upcoming FIBA World Cup 2027 qualifiers. The 22-year-old NBA star, currently with the San Antonio Spurs, will join his teammates in late August for the crucial qualification games.

France's campaign continues in the second round of qualifiers, where they are scheduled to face Slovenia on August 27th. This match will be followed by an away game against Sweden three days later. France secured their spot in this round with a 5-1 record in their initial group, which included Finland, Hungary, and Belgium.

Wembanyama is currently undergoing intensive training with the national team's conditioning coaches to ensure he is fully prepared for these international duties. His participation is a significant boost for France as they aim to qualify for next year's World Cup in Qatar. The young star had a standout season in the NBA, leading the Spurs to the NBA finals and earning accolades such as Defensive Player of the Year.