Netherlands vs. France: Match Preview
History and Stats
This will be the fourth meeting between the Netherlands and France at the Euros. France prevailed on penalties in the quarter-finals in 2012. The two sides also met in the group stage in 1980 and 2000, with France winning both matches.
Head-to-Head Record
| Competition | Matches | Netherlands Wins | Draws | France Wins |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UEFA European Championship | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
Overall, France has a slight edge in the head-to-head record, with three wins, one draw, and one loss against the Netherlands.
Match Information
The Netherlands and France will meet in the group stage of Euro 2024 on June 21, 2024, at 7:00 PM UTC. The match will be played at the Johan Cruyff Arena in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
The Netherlands is ranked 8th in the FIFA World Rankings, while France is ranked 4th. Both teams are expected to be among the favorites to win the tournament.
Key Players
The Netherlands will be led by their captain, Virgil van Dijk, who is one of the best defenders in the world. Other key players include Memphis Depay, Frenkie de Jong, and Matthijs de Ligt.
France will be led by their star striker, Kylian Mbappé, who is one of the most exciting young players in the world. Other key players include Karim Benzema, Antoine Griezmann, and Paul Pogba.
Prediction
This is a difficult match to predict, as both teams are very evenly matched. However, I believe that France will ultimately win the match, due to their superior attacking quality.
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