France
England
England
France
France
England
France
England
Aperçu de l'équipe
In their latest World Cup match, France faced Spain at home but suffered a disappointing 0-2 defeat. This loss marked a setback for the team, who had previously enjoyed a strong run.
Match statistics (France vs Spain):
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England played against Argentina in their most recent World Cup fixture, where they lost 1-2 at home. This defeat came after a series of strong performances, putting them in a challenging position.
Match statistics (England vs Argentina):
In a captivating encounter, England triumphed over France with a score of 6-4 in the World Cup 3rd Place Final. The match showcased a stunning first half from England, who scored four goals before the break, leaving France with a mountain to climb.
England's dominance was evident early on, with Declan Rice opening the scoring in the 3rd minute, followed by goals from Ezri Konsa and two from Bukayo Saka, who completed a first-half brace. France struggled to find their rhythm, managing only a single shot on target in the first half.
The second half saw a resurgence from France, with Kylian Mbappe leading the charge, scoring twice and assisting for Barcola's goal. Despite their efforts, France could not overcome the deficit created by England's early onslaught. The match featured a total of 19 shots from each side, but England's efficiency in front of goal proved decisive.
As the match drew to a close, France's Ousmane Dembele found the net in injury time, but it was too little, too late. England's solid defensive display, coupled with their clinical finishing, secured them a memorable victory, while France will reflect on their slow start that ultimately cost them the match.
France has shown a mixed performance in their last ten matches, with a record of 6 wins, 2 draws, and 2 losses. They scored a total of 14 goals, averaging 1.4 goals per game, while conceding 8, resulting in an average of 0.8 goals against per game. In contrast, England has been more prolific, with 8 wins, 1 draw, and 1 loss in their last ten matches, scoring 20 goals at an average of 2.0 goals per game and conceding 12, averaging 1.2 goals against per game.
In their most recent match, France lost to Spain 0-2 in the semi-finals, while England lost to Argentina 1-2 in their semi-final clash. This indicates that both teams are coming off defeats, but England's overall form appears stronger leading into this match.
In terms of head-to-head encounters, France and England have played four matches against each other, with France winning 2, England winning 1, and 1 match ending in a draw. The average goals per game in these encounters is 5.00, indicating a high-scoring trend. In their last meeting, England triumphed 6-4 over France, showcasing their attacking prowess. Additionally, England's expected goals (xG) in that match was 2.58, while France's was 2.87, suggesting a closely contested match with both teams capable of scoring.
Statistically, England has a higher average goals per game in their last ten matches compared to France, which could be a significant factor in this encounter. England's ability to convert chances has been superior, as reflected in their recent performances.
In terms of tactics, England is expected to utilize a high-pressing game to disrupt France's build-up play, while France may rely on quick counter-attacks to exploit England's defensive vulnerabilities. The midfield battle will be crucial, with both teams needing to control possession and create scoring opportunities.
M. Maignan
G
J. Kounde
D
D. Upamecano
D
W. Saliba
D
L. Digne
D
A. Tchouameni
M
A. Rabiot
M
O. Dembele
M
M. Olise
M
B. Barcola
M
K. Mbappe
F
J. Pickford
G
R. James
D
J. Stones
D
M. Guehi
D
D. Spence
D
D. Rice
M
E. Anderson
M
M. Rogers
M
J. Bellingham
M
A. Gordon
M
H. Kane
F
