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France secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Austria on Monday in their Euro 2024 opener, thanks to an own goal by Austrian defender Maximilian Woeber. Despite the win, the performance from Didier Deschamps’ team was less than convincing. France struggled to capitalize on their lead in the second half, failing to dominate the game in Duesseldorf. Austria, on the other hand, posed little threat to the French defense.
One notable moment came when France captain Kylian Mbappe broke free shortly after halftime, but he missed the target, firing wide. His night ended in the 90th minute after a clash of heads left him with a bleeding nose, prompting his substitution. The match highlighted France’s difficulty in converting their advantage into more goals, leaving room for improvement as the tournament progresses. Despite the lackluster performance, France managed to start their campaign with a crucial win, setting the stage for their upcoming matches. Austria will need to find more offensive power to challenge future opponents effectively.
