Mbappe scores first goal at EURO, France held to draw by Poland
VTC News•26/06/2024
(VTC News) - The French team was held to a 1-1 draw by Poland and only finished second in Group D of EURO 2024.
Poland were all but eliminated after two defeats. However, on their farewell day, Robert Lewandowski and his teammates played their best game. The return of Kylian Mbappe did not significantly improve the French team's performance. The star wearing the number 10 shirt - with a mask covering his nose - did not connect with his teammates.
Mbappe continues to disappoint. (Photo: Reuters)
Poland entered the match with confidence and a relaxed mentality. They were the team with more shots in the first 30 minutes of the match. It was not until the end of the first half that the French team created pressure on their opponents. Mbappe had 2 chances to face the goalkeeper but could not defeat goalkeeper Lukasz Skorupski - who made his first appearance for Poland at EURO 2024. After the break, the French team increased their attack. Ousmane Dembele earned a penalty in the 55th minute. Mbappe successfully took advantage of the opportunity to score his first goal in the EURO finals. However, the French team could not maintain the advantage. Immediately after Mbappe missed a golden opportunity, the referee reviewed the video and determined that a penalty was awarded to Poland.
France team deadlocked against Poland. (Photo: Reuters)
Goalkeeper Mike Maignan saved Lewandowski's shot but was penalised for stepping off the line too early. In the replay, the Polish captain successfully converted to equalise. The French team lost the lead and could not regain their dominance over their opponents. They controlled the ball more but were very deadlocked. Mbappe showed the same image as at EURO 2020 when he played individually, with very little coordination with his teammates. Coach Didier Deschamps sent Antoine Griezmann, Olivier Giroud, Kolo Muani onto the field but did not make a difference in attack. France did not score any more goals and were held to a 1-1 draw. At the end of the group stage, Les Bleus only finished second and will meet the runner-up of Group E in the round of 16.
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