Marcus Thuram - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Stays on bench Thursday Thuram (calf) was an unused substitute in Thursday's 2-0 win over Morocco in the 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinals.

Impact Thuram didn't see action in this quarterfinal win, and the Inter Milan striker continues to be a depth piece for Les Bleus -- he's logged just one minute in the World Cup. Thuram will aim to return to action in the semifinals next Tuesday, but it remains to be seen whether he'll be an option since he's a backup behind Kylian Mbappe (ankle) and Jean-Philippe Mateta.

12 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Likely against Morocco Thuram (calf) is back doing exercises and running drills alongside physical trainer Cyril Moine and a full return to team training is imminent for the Inter Milan forward, and barr...

Impact Thuram is trending in the right direction after missing the last two knockout rounds, with his return to fuller training Sunday a positive sign for France ahead of Thursday. The calf issue has limited him to a single one minute substitute appearance so far at the tournament. Given the layoff, a spot on the bench looks more likely than a start against Morocco, with the coaching staff able to ease him back in given the squad depth at forward.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Starting to train Thuram (calf) is back in training but has yet to resume full training, according to Loic Tanzi of L'Equipe.

Impact Thuram is seeing a boost in health following France's round of 16 win, as the forward was available for limited training Sunday. Luckily for the team, this remains a minor loss, as he has only featured once off the bench for a minute, although that can be greatly blamed on his injury. If he is to return to face Morocco on Thursday, expect a bench spot for the forward.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Won't face Paraguay Thuram (calf) is out for Saturday's match against Paraguay, according to manager Didier Deschamps, per Anthony Clement of L'Equipe. "He is still in an adapted session. It's better,...

Impact Thuram was unavailable for France against Sweden in the round of 32 and will now miss the round of 16, as he is yet to resume training following a calf injury. This will leave the team with one less option in the attack, although that shouldn't be an issue for a team that could start three different lines of world-class attackers. He will hope to return in the quarterfinals, as France is likely to make it barring a massive upset.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Still absent from group training Thuram (calf) remained away from collective training on Wednesday, limiting himself to bike work at Bentley University while his teammates who featured as substitutes against Swede...

Impact Thuram has now missed multiple training sessions with the group since the calf issue emerged, raising further doubts about his availability for France's round of 16 fixture. Should he be unable to feature, Jean-Philippe Mateta is expected to continue as the backup option to Kylian Mbappe at the tip of the attack, with no return timeline provided as the coaching staff continue to monitor his condition.

JULY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out vs Sweden Thuram (muscular) has been officially ruled out of Tuesday's round of 16 clash against Sweden, according to coach Didier Deschamps, per L'Equipe. "Marcus, it is not serious, but it...

Impact Thuram's absence was widely anticipated after he had been unable to train for the past two days and was limited to bike work, with the confirmation of his unavailability coming ahead of the knockout fixture. The forward had managed just one minute of action during the group stage, making the impact of his absence relatively limited given that Kylian Mbappe is set to lead the attack with Jean-Philippe Mateta available as a backup option. France enter the fixture as clear favorites against Sweden, and coach Didier Deschamps has sufficient attacking depth to cope without Thuram for the time being.

JUNE 29 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't train, Tuesday in doubt Thuram is likely to miss Tuesday's match against Sweden due to a calf injury, according to Damien Degorre of L'Equipe.

Impact Thuram was not able to train the past two days and was only able to ride a bike, suffering from a calf injury that now leaves him a concern for Tuesday. He was unlikely to see the field either way, as Kylian Mbappe will start at forward while Jean-Philippe Mateta serves as a backup, with any of their attackers really able to take on the starting role. This should then be a minor loss for the French team, who are the favorites by a decent margin against Sweden.

JUNE 28 • ROTOWIRE

Dimarco caps Serie A MVP honor with a stunning free kick in Inter Milan's finale

Inter Milan midfielder Federico Dimarco has celebrated his Serie A MVP award by scoring against Bologna

MAY 23 • Associated Press

Out versus Bologna Thuram has already left Italy to start preparing for the World Cup, Goal informed.

Impact Thuram recently dealt with a minor thigh problem and has been allowed to reach the French setup early to work on his conditioning, as he wasn't needed in the season finale, with Inter wrapping things up early. He closes a seesawing campaign with 15 goals, seven assists, 104 shots (35 on target) and 41 key passes in 38 appearances (30 starts), matching his previous numbers. Lautaro Martinez, Francesco Pio Esposito and Ange-Yoan Bonny will handle the attack against Bologna on Saturday.

MAY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Delivers one assist Thuram assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 3-0 victory over Lazio.

Impact Thuram played a decisive role in Saturday's 3-0 win at Lazio, providing the assist for Lautaro Martinez's opening goal while adding two key passes. The French forward was also replaced at the start of the second half by Ange-Yoan Bonny as part of a planned rotation, finishing with one goal and consistent pressing that kept the Lazio backline under pressure during his 45 minutes. Thuram has now scored 13 Serie A goals and delivered six assists across 29 appearances this season.

MAY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Lautaro scores again as Serie A champion Inter beats Lazio in Italian Cup warmup

Lautaro Martínez is on track to win the top goal-scorer’s prize after helping Inter Milan win at Lazio 3-0 in Serie A

MAY 9 • Associated Press

Scores in five straight Thuram scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Sunday's 2-0 win versus Parma.

Impact Thuram continued his impressive run of form, scoring for the fifth straight game and netting his sixth goal during that stretch, already surpassing the five goals in the league he had managed before this run began.The forward has been highly efficient, with those six goals coming from just 14 shots, including seven on target.

MAY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Thuram's goal and Lautaro's assist lead Inter to the Serie A title and a long-awaited San Siro party

Inter Milan has sealed the Italian league soccer title with a 2-0 victory over visiting Parma

MAY 3 • Associated Press

Scoring run continues Thuram scored one goal to go with four shots (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Sunday's 2-2 draw against Torino.

Impact Thuram opened the scoring to extend his impressive run to four consecutive games on the scoresheet, contributing to half of his team's goals during that stretch with five goals from 11 shots and two assists from four chances created.

APRIL 28 • ROTOWIRE

Inter Milan a win away from Serie A title despite blowing two-goal lead at Torino

Inter Milan moves a step closer to the Serie A title but the Nerazzurri make it slightly more difficult for themselves by letting slip a two-goal lead to draw 2-2 at Torino

APRIL 26 • Associated Press

Nets in Cagliari contest Thuram scored one goal to go with two shots (one on target) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Friday's 3-0 victory over Cagliari.

Impact Thuram found the target for the third round in a row with an easy finish from the middle of the box. He improved 11 goals in Serie A play thanks to his recent binge. He has fired at least one shot in 12 straight appearances, accumulating 32 (nine on target), scoring five times, providing two assists and adding 11 key passes and 10 crosses (three accurate) over that span.

APRIL 17 • ROTOWIRE

Inter Milan eases past Cagliari and moves one step closer to Serie A title

Inter Milan has moved a step closer to a 21st Serie A title after beating Cagliari 3-0

APRIL 17 • Associated Press

Scores brace in win Thuram scored two goals to go with three shots (two on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 4-3 victory over Como.

Impact Thuram continued his recent surge in form with a brace, bringing his goal contributions over the last two games to five, made up of three goals and two assists. That follows a prior run of seven games without a contribution. The forward has now reached 10 league goals from 20 starts this season.

APRIL 15 • ROTOWIRE

Inter rallies to beat Como 4-3 and moves closer to Serie A title after Napoli draw

Inter Milan rallies from two goals down for a 4-3 victory at Como and extends its Serie A lead to nine points with six rounds remaining

APRIL 12 • Associated Press

Three goal contributions Thuram scored one goal and assisted twice from two shots and three chances created in Sunday's 5-2 victory against Roma.

Impact Thuram would add the fourth goal of Sunday's match for Inter, as the forward found the back of the net in the 55th minute. However, the forward didn't stop there, as he also added an assist in the second minute and another in the 52nd minute, finding Lisandro Martinez both times. Thuram is now up to eight goals and five assists in 24 appearances (19 starts) this campaign.

APRIL 7 • ROTOWIRE

Lautaro Martinez's brace helps Inter rout Roma 5-2 to get Serie A title pursuit back on track

Lautaro Martinez scores twice in his first action since February and Serie A leader Inter Milan routs visiting Roma 5-2 to end a four-match winless streak across all competitions

APRIL 5 • Associated Press

Fires five shots in Atalanta game Thuram (illness) had five shots (one on target), one tackle (zero won) and three clearances in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Atalanta.

Impact Thuram led the attack without Lautaro Martinez (calf) and paced his side in attempts but had poor aim and was brilliantly rejected by Marco Carnesecchi on his best effort, leaving a big chance on the table. He pushed his scoring slump to six outings. He has tallied one or more shots in eight appearances in a row, amassing 24 attempts (five on target) and logging seven chances created and six crosses (two accurate) during that stretch. Furthermore, this marked his sixth consecutive display with at least one tackle, for a total of nine (three won).

MARCH 14 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to full training Thuram (illness) rejoined his teammates in practice Wednesday and is set to be back against Atalanta, Sky Italy reported.

Impact Thuram has shaken off the flu and a minor case of tonsillitis, which cost him the Milan clash. He'll have a few days to work on his conditioning and will likely start over either Ange-Yoan Bonny and Francesco Pio Esposito if he's close to 100, as Lautaro Martinez (calf) is expected to stay on the shelf. He has taken at least one shot in his last seven outings, amassing 19 attempts (four accurate), scoring once and notching seven key passes and six crosses (two accurate) through that stretch.

MARCH 11 • ROTOWIRE

Not an option Thuram (illness) is out for Sunday's match against AC Milan.

Impact Thuram was in doubt for Sunday and is not with his team, as the illness he was dealing with was too much to handle for the derby. He will likely be an option come their next match, unlikely to miss more than a week with an illness.

MARCH 8 • ROTOWIRE

In doubt for Milan contest Thuram "didn't train Saturday because he's under the weather. We hope he'll recover and that he'll be 100 for Sunday," coach Christian Chivu announced.

Impact Thuram will attempt to make a quick recovery and start anyway, especially considering that Lautaro Martinez (calf) is on the mend. Ange-Yoan Bonny (calf) or Davide Frattesi would replace him in the XI if he weren't fit enough.

MARCH 7 • ROTOWIRE

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