On July 2, Beijing time, the focus of the Euro 2024 knockout stage 1/8 final match between France and Belgium was fiercely launched. This match is not only a duel between two traditional strong teams, but also a severe test of tactical implementation and player status.
At the beginning of the first half, both sides showed a very high level of competition and a strong desire to win. France, with the individual ability of Mbappe, Griezmann and other stars, constantly creating threats in the Belgian defense. In the 14th minute, France won a tactical corner kick opportunity, Mbappe received the ball in the left side of the penalty area and shot directly, but unfortunately the ball went over the crossbar. Subsequently, the Belgian team also tried to counterattack through the organization of core players such as De Bruyne, but they were all resolved by the solid defense of the French team. In the 24th minute, De Bruyne took a free kick, and a wonderful pass that seemed to be a pass, was quickly blocked by the French goalkeeper Mignon with his legs on the ground, to keep the goal intact.
As the game progressed, the physical strength of both players gradually declined, but the competition on the field was still intense. In the 27th minute, Belgian striker Ogbonda turned around in the penalty area and passed to Carrasco, whose follow-up shot was blocked by French defender Teo. France is not willing to show weakness, in the 34th minute, Conde in the right side of the precise pass, Toulam grabbed a header, but unfortunately the angle is slightly off, failed to rewrite the score.
At the end of the first half, both sides exchanged blanks, but the smell of gunpowder on the field grew stronger. At the start of the second half, both coaches made changes to their lineups in an attempt to break the deadlock by changing formations. France brought on Mouani in the 62nd minute, which became the turning point of the game.
In the 85th minute, France finally found a good opportunity to break through after patient passing and coordination in front of the field. Kante in front of the penalty area to send accurate direct, Mouani received the ball turned and swept the ball, the ball in the process of flight unfortunately hit the Belgian defender Vertonghen's leg refraction, flew into the dead corner of the goal. The goal not only helped France break the deadlock on the field, but also completely ignited the passion of the French fans.
After the goal, the French team was very demoralized, while the Belgian team looked a bit frustrated. Although they stepped up their offense in the following time, they were never able to find a chance to equalize the score. Finally, with the referee's whistle, the match ended with France defeating Belgium 1-0 and advancing to the last eight of the UEFA European Cup.
