This combination of pictures shows (top) France's forward #10 Kylian Mbappe, wearing a protective mask and Belgium's midfielder #07 Kevin De Bruyne. (Photo by OZAN KOSE and THOMAS KIENZLE / AFP)
The 2018 World Champions France will take on Belgium in the round of 16 of UEFA Euro 2024 at Merkur Spiel Arena.
Both the teams had put up disappointing performances in the Group stages. France managed to win only one match, which was against Austria and their remaining two group stage matches ended in draw.
Belgium, on the other hand, opened their campaign with a loss against Slovakia but made a comeback against Romania in the next match, winning the game 2-0. Their match against Ukraine ended in a draw.
France and Belgium, among the favorites in this tournament, did not manage to lead their groups.
Kylian Mbappe will be the key player for the The Blues and he will be the deciding factor in the match. It would be a challenge for the Belgian defenders to handle Mbappe.
The Red Devils would be dependent on their Captain Kevin De Bruyne. Belgian forward Romelo Lukaku has yet to open an account in the Euro 2024.
France are a better team on paper and they will have an upper hand in the game against Belgium.
France may win against Belgium in the round of 16. Score will be France 2-0 Belgium.
Head-to-head
When it comes to head-to-head record, Belgium surprisingly has won 30 matches out of 75 games played against France, with the Blues securing 26 wins and 19 games ended in draw.
In major tournaments, France and Belgium have clashed 13 times. France has triumphed in 7 encounters, Belgium has won 3, and the remaining 3 games have resulted in draws.
Kickoff time: The match will start at 9:30 PM IST.
( Source : Deccan Chronicle )
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