France vs Poland Prediction & Betting Tips (25 June)

France had an ideal start to this Euro 2024. Opposed to a very good and tough team from Austria, they managed to make the difference at the end of the first period to win their first match in the tournament 0-1. On the other hand, she lost her captain, Kylian Mbappé, victim of a broken nose and who risks missing the Blues during the 2nd match scheduled against the Netherlands on Friday evening. Finalist during Euro 2016 as well as during the 2018 and 2022 World Cups, the French selection on the other hand missed out on its Euro 2021. Indeed, the Blues were surprised by Switzerland in the round of 16. They obviously hope to achieve a better performance in this 2024 edition. In order to qualify for their ticket to Germany, France easily finished at the top of their qualifying group. With a record of 7 wins and 1 draw, Didier Deschamps' men beat the Netherlands, Greece, Ireland and Gibraltar. Their preparation, on the other hand, had been rather average with a fairly logical success obtained against Luxembourg 3-0 and a draw conceded against Canada 0-0. Considered undoubtedly as the weakest team in this group D of the Euro, Poland missed its debut in this group by losing to the Netherlands 1-2. However, this team did not stand out in the game and could undoubtedly have hoped for better against the Oranje.

She will try to raise her head on Friday against Austria. Accustomed to performing well for several years, this Polish selection has participated in the last four major international competitions. During the 2022 World Cup, Robert Lewandowski's teammates fell in the round of 16, beaten by...France. Present in Group E of qualifying for Euro 2024, they showed their shortcomings by settling for 3rd place, behind Albania and the Czech Republic. Qualified for the play-offs, Poland first crushed Estonia 5-1 before defeating Wales in Cardiff 0-0, qualifying following penalties. They then prepared rather well for the tournament by winning against Ukraine 3-1 and Turkey 2-1.

The French team was orphaned by its captain, Kylian Mbappé, during the match against the Netherlands. A major absence since the now ex Parisian has scored 47 goals in 80 caps. Victim of a broken nose, he is expected for this match even if no risks should be taken by the French staff in view of the 1/8th finals. Otherwise, everyone should be on deck on the tricolor side even if Giroud and Griezmann had also been affected against Austria. During the match, the very valuable midfielder N'Golo Kanté proved that he could still play at the highest level by being elected man of the match. Substitutes in the first match, Youssouf Fofana, Aurélien Tchouaméni or Warren Zaire Emery could have playing time during this 3rd meeting. This could also be the case for defenders Konaté, Mendy and Clauss, and attackers Barcola, Kolo-Muani and Giroud. Affected during the preparation phase, the leading figure of this Polish team, Robert Lewandowski (Barcelona, 82 goals in 150 internationals), did not play against the Netherlands but he should be back during the match against Austria.

The former Bayern player should therefore be fully recovered for this duel against the French. Defender Salamon (Lech Poznan) should be on the floor after being hit against the Batavians and Dawidowicz (Hellas Verona) should replace him. The side Cash (Aston Villa) and striker Milik (Juventus) had to withdraw from the entire Euro. Offensively, Lensois Buksa launched his competition in an ideal way by finding the fault against Holland but he could pay the price for the return of Lewandowski. The leader game Zielinski (Naples), the pistons Frankowski (Lens) and Zalewski (Roma) should be renewed. This is also the case for goalkeeper Szczesny (Juventus) and defender Kiwior (Arsenal).