France vs Belgium : UEFA EURO 2024, Round of 16
In a tense encounter during the UEFA EURO 2024 Round of 16, France secured a hard-fought victory against a resilient Belgium side. The match unfolded at the Düsseldorf Arena, and it was a battle of tactical prowess and defensive resilience.
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Key Moments and Goal Scorer
- 85th minute: The decisive moment came late in the game when France’s substitute, Randal Kolo Muani, fired a shot that deflected off Belgium defender Jan Vertonghen and looped over stranded goalkeeper Koen Casteels. The own goal sealed France’s place in the quarter-finals.
Read more about this match on UEFA.com
Quality vs. Excitement
The match lacked quality and excitement for large periods, but the late drama ensured that France progressed. Both teams displayed defensive solidity, but it was France’s persistence that paid off.
😁🇫🇷 Paul Pogba takes a selfie with the France fans before the #EURO2024 knockout match vs Belgium… It’s good to see him! 🙏👏💙 pic.twitter.com/IB4nRGVaif
— EuroFoot (@eurofootcom) July 1, 2024
Quarter-Final Prospects
France now faces a challenging quarter-final clash against Spain. The encounter promises to be a battle of European heavyweights.
🚨🥇 UEFA Player of the Match for France vs Belgium: Jules Koundé. pic.twitter.com/kQ5xoUVN82
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) July 1, 2024