League of Nations. France – Belgium: The Blues finally find their colors, the summary

After a complicated start to the game in this France – Belgium, the The Blues sounded the revolt with two goals from Kolo Muani and Dembélé. A victory that is good for confidence and morale.

France 2 : 0

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23:14 – Deschamps: « we did some good things »

At the end of this France – Belgium, Didier Deschamps appreciated the performance of his players: « We were a little nervous at the start of the match, then we did a lot of good things collectively, individually too, with new players who didn't have the experience and international status. We had more positive responses today than in the first game. »

23:08 – Koné does not hide his satisfaction

After the match, Manu Koné was delighted with his great performance in this France – Belgium: « That's what I like, to have fun above all defending, attacking. I like having the ball. When you have the ball, it's easier. I had fun today thanks to the team that gave me confidence.”

23:04 – Group 2 standings

After this France – Belgium, the Blues (3 points) are now in second place in this group 2 behind Italy (6 points).

After the disappointment against Italy, the French team reacted well against Belgium (2-0). However, the start of the match did not bode well. Deschamps' men were caught up in all the duels, ghostly offensively. A weak period that was only temporary since the Tricolores gradually gained confidence in their football until Kolo Muani opened the scoring with a point-blank shot (29th). A goal that did a world of good to this team, well led in midfield by very interesting Koné and Kanté. In the second half, the Blues took advantage of some Belgian defensive largesse, as illustrated by Dembélé's goal for the break (57th) on a sublime individual action. In control, Deschamps' men remained serious until the end, especially behind where Koundé, Upamecano and Maignan distinguished themselves. A victory that restores confidence to this France group which will play its next match in a month in Hungary against Israel.

22:49 – The next match against Israel

After this great victory in this France – Belgium, the Blues will have to confirm against Israel (October 10) to collect points in the race for qualification. 

It's over at the Groupama Stadium! Deschamps' men finally reassured themselves with a nice victory against the Belgians (2-0). The Blues are getting back into the Nations League.

22:42 – Kanté comes off (90+3rd)

Like his great match, Kanté is given a standing ovation by the Groupama Stadium. He leaves his place to Fofana for the last minute of this France – Belgium.

22:39 – Koundé padlocks Duranville (90+1e)

On the left side, Duranville, who makes a door entry, gets out of the pressure of Kanté to collide face to face with Koundé. The Frenchman does not throw himself and allows Maignan to recover the ball.

22:38 – 4 minutes of additional time (90th)

As the Blues head towards their first victory in this Nations League, there will be 4 minutes of added time.

22:35 – Koundé perfect in defense (87th)

Faced with Duranville's percussion, the French defender places a clean tackle to stop the Belgian's run in the Blues' area. Very nice defensive move.

22:33 – The Barcola festival (85th)

After recovering the ball from Griezmann, Barcola inherits the ball on the left. Facing 3 Belgian defenders, the Tricolore still manages to cross from the left, unfortunately there is no one to come and cut off this cross.

22:32 – Changes on the Belgian side (83rd)

Two new changes for the Belgians with the entries of Duranville and Meunier in place of Doku and Castagne.

22:29 – Doku provokes (82nd)

On the left side at the edge of the penalty area, Doku collides with Upamecano who intervenes. The ball goes out for a corner.

22:27 – Griezmann comes on (79th)

Deschamps makes two new changes with the entries of Griezmann and Olise in place of Guendouzi and Dembélé.

22:26 – Mangala misses his crossbar (78th)

Seeing a call from Castagne in his right wing, Mangal takes his ball deep. His pass is too strong and goes out of goal. Small admission of helplessness on the Belgian side on this shot.

22:24 – De Bruyne misses his shot (76th)

On a loss of ball by Kantà At the entrance to the Blues' area, De Bruyne takes advantage and unleashes a left-footed shot that flies over Maignan's goal.

22:23 – Mbappé comes up against Casteels (73rd)

Found in depth, Mbappé strikes with his right from a fairly tight angle. Casteels imposes himself on his line by placing his hand in opposition.

22:20 – Possession à the advantage of the Belgians (51st)

Tedesco's men display a ball possession to their advantage in the second period with 62%.

22:19 – Maignan covers his near post (70th)

On the left side, De Ketelaere, just after his entry, is found on the left side. In a tight angle, he places a vicious strike that against Maignan with his left arm. Great intervention from the goalkeeper.

22:17 – Barcola booed (68)

During each of the ball catches since his entry, Barcola is widely booed by the Lyon public while Mbappé already shows himself by placing a shot. It is not on target.

22:15 – Entry of Mbappé (67th)

Deschamps makes two changes: Mbappé and Barcola come on to replace Kolo Muani and Thuram.

22:14 – Great atmosphere at Groupama Stadium (66th)

While the Blues are quietly keeping the ball in their own half, a wave has been going around the stands for a few minutes.

22:12 – Koundé on the ground (63rd)

The Frenchman is on the ground after contact with Doku. However, he will keep his place for the rest of the match.

22:10 – Double change for the Belgians (60th)

Tedesco requests two changes with Lukebakio and Tielemans who leave their places to Bakayoko and Mangala.

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