The Merkur Spiel-Arena in Dusseldorf will host the Euro 2024 Group D clash between Austria and France on June 17, 2024, at 8pm UK time. Both teams come into this match with strong form and high expectations.
Under the management of Ralf Rangnick, Austria has been impressive in their recent outings. Finishing just one point behind Belgium in their qualifying group, Austria secured six wins and one draw in their last seven matches. Notable victories against Germany and Turkey highlight their potential.
However, Austria will be without key players David Alaba and Sasa Kalajdzic due to ACL injuries, and Xaver Schlager is also sidelined with a knee problem. Despite these setbacks, Austria’s attack will be led by experienced striker Marko Arnautovic and the in-form Michael Gregoritsch.
Didier Deschamps’s France team, one of the tournament favorites, aims to bounce back from recent disappointments, including a last-16 exit at Euro 2020 and a World Cup final defeat in 2022. France boasts a star-studded lineup featuring Kylian Mbappe, Antoine Griezmann, and N’Golo Kante.
The team had an emphatic 14-0 victory over Gibraltar in qualifying but managed only a goalless draw against Canada in a recent friendly. Kingsley Coman has recovered from illness and is fit to play, while Aurelien Tchouameni remains injured.
Despite Austria’s strong form, France’s attacking prowess and depth are expected to secure them a win. The prediction is a 2-0 victory for France.
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