DUESSELDORF, Germany : After a shock last 16 exit from Euro 2020 and finishing runners-up as hosts in 2016, France can do themselves a big favour with a decisive win against an in-form Austria on Monday to stamp their authority on the tournament early on.
FILE PHOTO: Soccer Football - France Euro 2024 Photocall - INF Clairefontaine, Clairefontaine-en-Yvelines, France - June 7, 2024 France players and coaching staff pose for a group photo during the photocall REUTERS/Abdul Saboor/File photo
France's top goalscorer Olivier Giroud at 37 is playing in his last Euros and said a strong early start in Duesseldorf on Monday could ease some of the pressure in a tournament with quality opposition at every step. Austria have won only one of their last 10 matches against France. Some commentators argue the biggest threat to France's chances in Germany is themselves, which was evident when they exited Euro 2020 in the round of 16 on penalties after surrendering a two-goal lead late on to Switzerland.While much of the pre-tournament buzz has focused on the attacking riches of a strong England side, France are also favourites, a tag Giroud said should not weigh heavy.
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