France in dilemma over whether to win group

They may have to decide whether they want to top the group and avoid a potential quarter-final against world champions Spain or would prefer to finish second and stay in the comfort and familiarity of their Donetsk base.

Coach Laurent Blanc may also ponder resting his three players who have been booked in the tournament but he was adamant Les Bleus will try to win the game, even though a one-goal defeat could still see them through.

"It is always difficult to play against Sweden and we will prepare to win it," he told reporters.

"It is the ideal structure. We never experienced this before. Everything is available on site and it helps us gain a lot of time," said Francois Darras, one of three France physiotherapists.

Yann M'Vila, fit after suffering an ankle sprain in the build-up to the tournament, could return in the midfield for Yohan Cabaye after the Newcastle United player picked up a minor knock against Ukraine.

"We will go for it. We are playing for honour," said forward Zlatan Ibrahimovic. "We are going to bring some points home with us."