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Results for: France
France and Portugal, two of the tournament’s heavyweights, face off in a crucial quarter-final matchup at Euro 2024. Both teams are struggling to find their scoring touch, but the clash in Hamburg promises a tight contest where every moment could be decisive. The outcome could hinge on the performances of Kylian Mbappe for France and Cristiano Ronaldo for Portugal, two of the world’s most renowned players.
Eric Poujade, a celebrated French gymnast and Olympic silver medalist, has passed away at the age of 51. Poujade, known for his prowess on the pommel horse, left a lasting impact on the sport, winning numerous medals at international competitions.
France secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Belgium in the Euro 2024 round of 16 thanks to a late own goal. Despite dominating possession, France struggled to create clear-cut chances, leaving manager Didier Deschamps seeking more attacking intent from his team.
Randal Kolo Muani’s late deflected goal secured a 1-0 victory for France over a disappointing Belgium in the Euro 2024 last 16. Despite dominating possession, France struggled to break down a resolute Belgian defense until Kolo Muani’s strike five minutes from time. The win sets up a quarter-final clash with the winner of Portugal vs. Slovenia in Hamburg.
Leandro Trossard, Arsenal’s star winger, was surprisingly left out of Belgium’s starting lineup for their crucial Euro 2024 round of 16 match against France. Despite a successful season with Arsenal, Trossard’s form hasn’t translated to the international stage, leading to his benching in favor of Yannick Carrasco.
Paul Pogba, a key figure in France’s football history, is absent from the Euro 2024 tournament due to a four-year ban for doping. Despite his absence, France aims for a quarterfinal berth as they face Belgium in Germany. Pogba, currently appealing the ban, observes the match from the stands.
Global equity markets and the euro rose on Monday, driven by relief that France’s far-right party, the National Rally, is unlikely to win an absolute majority in legislative elections. The outcome has eased fears of high fiscal spending and mounting debt, which had weighed heavily on markets. Markets also welcomed a slowdown in German inflation and signs that the Federal Reserve might cut interest rates this year.
France and Belgium, two of the tournament favorites, square off in the knockout stages of Euro 2024. Both teams will be looking to hit their stride as they enter the crucial stages of the competition.
Swedish referee Glenn Nyberg has been appointed to officiate the highly anticipated Euro 2024 Round of 16 match between France and Belgium in Dusseldorf. He will be assisted by fellow Swedes Mahbod Beigi and Andreas Soderkvist, with Donatas Rumsas serving as the VAR referee.