France is one step closer to repeating as champions after defeating England
European giants collide 🌟⚽️🏟️🏆
If France and England didn't already have a rivalry, they surely will after this do-or-die match. Both European nations came into this World Cup with the mindset that they would win it all. After what we have seen so far in the tournament, both teams stood a very good chance of winning. This match, however, meant that only one of the two teams would be able to continue forward.
There's a lot of talk about French superstar Kylian Mbappé. You may have heard things like Mbappé vs England. That would be a very foolish way to look at things though. France is a team full of talent, Mbappé is just one of many names that are huge threats on the pitch.
England would not be intimidated by France. This would surely be a match for the ages seeing as both teams truly believed they would win and neither one wanted to be forced on a plane back home.
Let's recap another game from the knockout stage of the 2022 World Cup in Qatar...
England🏴 vs France🇫🇷
My Prediction: France
France and England both started this match at a quick pace. It was not easy to determine which team looked better after the first 10 minutes of play. This balanced effort was shaken up when France took a risky shot from outside of the box. Somehow Aurélien Tchouaméni kicked one that was aimed perfectly into the lower corner. Just like that France had the lead early.
https://twitter.com/FOXSoccer/status/1601657726328864770?s=20&t=Q5BpP1iSV28mWCfNSAt_AQ
England trailed for the first time at this World Cup. Even though they had fallen behind, both teams continued to play with the same aggression and skill. By the time we reached the end of the first 45, France was still only ahead by one goal seeing as neither team was able to score more. Surely the tempo would heighten even more going into the second half.
It was in the 52nd minute when Bukayo Saka of England was fouled inside of the box. This turned into a Harry Kane penalty kick. Kane faced off against his 10-year teammate at Tottenham Hotspur Hugo Lloris. Kane blasted this one and Lloris guessed wrong. The game was tied 1-1. Harry Kane tied Wayne Rooney's English record of 53 total goals.
https://twitter.com/FOXSoccer/status/1601671475668602880?s=20&t=IF9fXdRGKqy6st0t87ZY6Q
https://twitter.com/FOXSoccer/status/1601672026120683520?s=20&t=IF9fXdRGKqy6st0t87ZY6Q
France looked like feral monsters after the game became even again. It looked as if the French would respond with another goal right away, but England's defense kept tight. That was until the 78th minute when Olivier Giroud headed a cross into the back of the net. France had the lead once again.
https://twitter.com/FOXSoccer/status/1601677954081234950?s=20&t=OCLaLmE-8Nrw8Ce44YFBkQ
It seemed as though it was over for the English, but they refused to lose and kept pushing the ball into the French end of the field. Just a few minutes after France's second goal, England was fouled inside of the box for a second time. This meant that Harry Kane was due another penalty. This time though, he was unable to strike the ball with skill and it went over the upper bar. The entirety of England felt the pain from that miss and it surely will overshadow Kane's total goal achievements. Had he made the second penalty, he would be in first place for total goals by English players but instead is still tied with Wayne Rooney.
https://twitter.com/FOXSoccer/status/1601678700067672064?s=20&t=OCLaLmE-8Nrw8Ce44YFBkQ
https://twitter.com/FOXSoccer/status/1601679547556044802?s=20&t=OCLaLmE-8Nrw8Ce44YFBkQ
https://twitter.com/FOXSoccer/status/1601679832483504129?s=20&t=OCLaLmE-8Nrw8Ce44YFBkQ
https://twitter.com/FOXSoccer/status/1601680120594329605?s=20&t=OCLaLmE-8Nrw8Ce44YFBkQ
Although Mbappé didn't have a goal this time, he still was a huge factor in France's win. So many times this man was double and even triple-teamed. This left his mates open on the far side of the pitch. What a huge win this turned out to be for France. They are flexing their muscles at this point and surely there is a large percentage of people that see predict France will repeat as champs now. France will play Morocco in the semi-finals.
Result: 1-2 in favor of France
On to the semi-finals 🗺️👀
Only four teams remain: Argentina, Croatia, France, and Morocco. Not many would have guessed that these would be the nations left as the semi-finals approached. This World Cup has been full of surprises, but still, there are a few teams left that many assumed would go far in this tournament.
My new wish is for an Argentina vs France finals match. I just feel that these two teams would be the most exciting to watch. Morocco and Croatia both feel like they are more defensive-oriented and that just isn't the most enjoyable action to watch always.
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Which of the 4 remaining teams do you hope wins it all this year?
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This match will provide the thrilling spectacle that many fans are anticipating. You really understand very well what you are saying. Anyone with an eye for the big game definitely won't miss it.
Your review is like that of a professional football observer, Bro.
BTW, you are absolutely right regarding the tactics and strategy for playing them both. They are both determined to secure a ticket to the final round, hoping for a penalty shootout.
Do you see it that way?
As much as I'd love to see Argentina vs France, I'd also be happy with a Croatia vs Morocco final. Any of these 4 teams will provide us with great entertainment.
I'm glad you consider my observations relevant. I'm just talking about what I see and have been enjoying. It makes me happy when others share the same sentiment.
I do think that Croatia and Morocco both stand have a better chance of winning if they can survive until a penalty shootout.
yes france looks balanced and effective, i personally doubt a lot that morocco will defeat it twice
I just don't see how Morocco can defeat France either. As good as Morocco's defense is, how will they guard both Mbappé and Giroud?
Who you got as favorites for the Finals, Dalt? I still can't make up my mind.
I just hope that Argentina are in their best form today and for the finals, that's it.
Dalt... my mom calls me that 😎
I'm leaning towards France if things go how they should, which of course is far from guaranteed. I'm also siding with Argentina because I think the world wants Messi to get a World Cup and FIFA knows this 😉
It's a cool and simple little nickanme haha. My one goes as Riz, for many.
I got France for the finals too, and Argentina right now are already up by 2 lol.
Hoping for the best.
I loved seeing Argentina finally play how we've been expecting them to all of this World Cup. They are looking good going into the finals.
What a game mannn, the energy, the dominance. Shesshhhh
Tchouaméni's goal was one of the best goals I have seen in this tournament. No stretching, very hard and right in the corner. There's nothing the goalkeeper can do. The two teams I would like to see in the final of this tournament are Argentina and France. Although Argentina and Morocco would probably be better for Messi, but realistically France has the advantage. Let's see what happens!
He straight-blasted that shot, what a goal it was. I mean that was from so far out and he didn't even hesitate.
I want Argentina to win but I think that to beat France it will be difficult.
I 100% agree with that statement.
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I think morocco defeat french and my wish is Morocco win this football world because Morocco team players gives his 100'/'. Now i will support morocco. My wish is for Morocco vs France finals match.
Any supporter of underdogs must want Morocco to win. I'm sure a large portion of Africa is in that same boat of support. I still just don't think Morocco has what it takes to slow down France. However, I've been wrong about Morocco multiple times during this World Cup.
Yeah may be you are right. But no one thinking Morocco defeat Portugal.
it would be really interesting to see a final Argentina vs France !! definitely a beast final
We have 50% of that as a reality now, but now we must wait patiently on the result of France vs Morocco.
Argetina did a excellent perfom today!!
This hurts brother....
was a great game though and I go France in the sweepstake....
I am seeing Morocco Vs Argentina in the final
So far it looks like it may be France instead of Morocco. Things could change in a flash though.
Argentina is already in the final now to surely wait for France which will be a very interesting game
Argentina vs France sounds like a great World Cup final to me!
I guess those French are pretty good at football.. who knew.. :P
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I am not into the world cup so I am not updated but oh my, it’s the semi finals already!
I think I should watch at least the finals 😅
I’m so amazed you remember all their names!
It's easy to forget about sports, I know I used to often. I just haven't been able to ignore this World Cup. The finals will be worth watching.
When will the finals be? Is there a date already? I should mark my calendar to not forget 😂