Belgium, meanwhile, with Marc Wilmots, Luc Nilis and Emile Mpenza, drew all three group games and did not get out of their group. Please be respectful when making a comment and adhere to our Community Guidelines. That’s the attitude we are going into the match with.”. With just one more game between the Three Lions and the World Cup final, it’s judgement day. With Edinson Cavani unfit to make Uruguay’s team, the South Americans lacked bite in attack. "If you are scared, you will not play at 100 percent. Chelsea striker Giroud began the tournament as a substitute but was introduced for Les Bleus' 1-0 win over Peru in their second match. This all points to few changes in personnel for the French who could use the same starting XI which began against Argentina and Peru. Their father Thierry played for local second division side La Louvière. They have often been accused of playing too conservatively, but this is also true of their opposition in these matches.

Someone who knows a little bit about the pressure of winning a World Cup for England, Sir Geoff Hurst, tweeted out his support for the boys in their semi-final tonight, he's juts one of many who'll be behind the team today!

France legend Thierry Henry, who scored three goals as a 20-year old when France won it all in 1998, is now an assistant coach on the Belgian sideline. “In the past we always supported France rather than Belgium,” Hazard told BeIN Sport this week.

nothing but positive things to say about the Belgium squad, last time they met in a World Cup was 1986. It allows our most engaged readers to debate the big issues, share their own experiences, discuss real-world solutions, and more. "The fight against Japan was already a turning point, after a 2-0 deficit and still winning within 90 minutes. (Photo by Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images) Laurence Griffiths, Belgium goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois makes a save during the quarterfinal match between Brazil and Belgium at the 2018 soccer World Cup in the Kazan Arena, in Kazan, Russia, Friday, July 6, 2018. Nacer Chadli was Belgium's unlikely match-winner from the bench in their 3-2 last-16 win over Japan, earning a start at left wing-back for the quarter-final beating of Brazil that kept confidence coursing through the Red Devils squad. As the game wore on, Belgium tired from their exertions and Brazil were able to take a former grip on the game. They were the more adventurous side during the first half, but could not find the quality to match their energy. I really want my thirst for victory to come across to them.". Brazil's goalkeeper Alisson reacts after taking a second goal during the Russia 2018 World Cup quarter-final football match between Brazil and Belgium at the Kazan Arena in Kazan on July 6, 2018. The way that Belgium came back from a two-goal deficit in the final minutes against Japan showed remarkable spirit amongst their team and they could again prove worthy victors in a game of many goals. With some of the world’s best attacking players lining up against each other, France gaining momentum at just the right time, Belgium looking to maintain the only 100% record in this tournament, Thierry Henry plotting his own country's downfall, and no shortage of other sub-plots to this fixture, this match has a lot to live up too and the elements in place to do so. Didier Deschamps' French team may not have injected the adrenalin into this World Cup that many had hoped them to produce, however, their efficiency has been impressive. In his place expect Nacer Chadli or Yannick Carrasco in the midfield. As the second-youngest squad competing at this World Cup, they have also played with a maturity far exceeding their years. News Corp is a network of leading companies in the worlds of diversified media, news, education, and information services. / AFP PHOTO / BENJAMIN CREMEL / RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE - NO MOBILE PUSH ALERTS/DOWNLOADS BENJAMIN CREMEL/AFP/Getty Images BENJAMIN CREMEL, Belgium's forward Romelu Lukaku reacts during the Russia 2018 World Cup quarter-final football match between Brazil and Belgium at the Kazan Arena in Kazan on July 6, 2018. Here Miguel Delaney takes you through how Southgate has masterminded England's transformation. World Cup 2018: France striker Olivier Giroud has helped the team to winning performances without scoring, a trend he would happily continue versus Belgium. And then, the magic happened ! #REDTOGETHER⁠ ⁠⁠#WorldCup⁠ ⁠#BRABEL It gave Hazard more work to do, by dropping Dries Mertens, but he responded with a performance that was both thrillingly dangerous but also admirably selfless.

"If I didn't score all tournament but we won the World Cup, of course I would take that in a heartbeat," Giroud said during a news conference.

Here's 5 things we learned from the match.

"I would be delighted if I can prove to Thierry Henry that he chose the wrong camp," Giroud added.

France vs Belgium: World Cup 2018 match preview, commentary, predicted team line-ups, and more talkSPORT looks ahead to the first semi-final clash on Tuesday night By Anton Stanley Beyond Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi, there is no-one else quite like him at seizing a game for his team with a few seconds of individual brilliance, bursting in from the left, through space no-one knew was there, shooting before anyone else is set. Growing up in the French-speaking town of Braine-le-Comte, less than one hour’s drive from Lille or Valenciennes, only France shirts were on sale. It is an opportunity in our careers and we have to grab it with both hands.”. He didn’t score here and yet the fact he was still the best player on the night showed just how good he has become, You may not agree with our views, or other users’, but please respond to them respectfully, Swearing, personal abuse, racism, sexism, homophobia and other discriminatory or inciteful language is not acceptable, Do not impersonate other users or reveal private information about third parties, We reserve the right to delete inappropriate posts and ban offending users without notification. It was not much of a decision to make. Want an ad-free experience?Subscribe to Independent Premium. France vs. Belgium Lineups. - France's Kylian Mbappe (three) is the highest scoring teenager in a World Cup tournament since Pele scored six in 1958. (AP Photo/Francisco Seco) Francisco Seco, Brazil's forward Neymar (L) vies with Belgium's defender Toby Alderweireld during the Russia 2018 World Cup quarter-final football match between Brazil and Belgium at the Kazan Arena in Kazan on July 6, 2018. 14 - Paul Pogba won 14 duels against Uruguay, highest tally for a French player in a knockout game of the World Cup  since Bixente Lizarazu in July 1998 v Croatia (14). The Red Devils and Les Bleus are competing for a spot in the World Cup final, and both teams are bringing world-class attacking talent to the match. You can find our Community Guidelines in full here.

This was despite a near-unblemished 18-year managerial record which began with Monaco overcoming all odds to finish second in the Champions League and most recently saw him guide France to a runner-up place in the 2016 European Championship. "If you beat Brazil you should not be frightened by anyone," Chadli told reporters.

France were resolute in defence and their patience in attack paid off just before halftime. A more subdued display against Uruguay still flashed glimpses of his talents, however, he will have much more room to flourish against the Belgium defence. Independent Premium Comments can be posted by members of our membership scheme, Independent Premium. Rather than sculpt a side reliant on their firepower, Deschamps has adopted a tactical fluidity.

France then had Hugo Lloris to thank for keeping their advantage at the break. A goal in the 76th minute from Renato Augusto set up an intense finale, but Belgium proved up to the task of seeing out the game and booking their place in the semi-finals. France have history on their side having won both previous World Cup encounters with the Red Devils. “I think the Belgian team is the most exhaustive team in all aspects of the game during this tournament – they are strong everywhere,” Lloris told reporters earlier this week. Eden Hazard grew up supporting France but will have no hesitation in knocking them out of the World Cup, Hazard has taken on a new responsibility as Belgium captain (AFP/Getty). The common narrative being drawn places a strong attacking identity on the French team, a natural conclusion given the sum of their parts. They also come into this clash as marginal favourites with most bookmakers, but Belgium are the side who have been functioning more as a team in recent weeks. Goals have proved elusive for a player whose place in the France lineup has long been a source of national debate in his homeland but two more wins are all that count for 31-year-old. I say that with all due respect. Because it involved two serious, functioning teams playing close to their best, not just one. Yannick Carrasco could be drafted back into the first team in Meunier’s absence, with Chadli swapped to the right, although Martinez could opt for more defensive solidity from the start by playing the versatile Leander Dendoncker in the right wing-back position. It was a tale of two keepers as France progressed to the semi-finals with a controlled and professional display. To press, or not to press, that is the question. Getty

France vs. Belgium Lineup: Starting XI For World Cup Semifinal, Copyright © 2020 Heavy, Inc. All rights reserved. Are you sure you want to delete this comment? / AFP PHOTO / BENJAMIN CREMEL / RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE - NO MOBILE PUSH ALERTS/DOWNLOADS BENJAMIN CREMEL/AFP/Getty Images BENJAMIN CREMEL, Brazil's defender Miranda eyes the ball during the Russia 2018 World Cup quarter-final football match between Brazil and Belgium at the Kazan Arena in Kazan on July 6, 2018. © 2020 Gfinity. As a child, Hazard cheered on Les Bleus in his Zinedine Zidane shirt, but the French will be wary of the devastation he can cause when they meet in St Petersburg on Tuesday, Find your bookmarks in your Independent Premium section, under my profile. Roberto Martinez (Belgium): “It’s been two years to try and understand these footballers, the human beings behind the footballers, and to try and get a group that shared the same ambition, not just to use the national team to improve their brand. Sportsmail provide you with everything you need to know for the World Cup 2018 quarter-final clash France vs Belgium including how to watch, kick-off time, squads, stats and latest odds.

Taking a departure from England for the moment just in case you missed it, France defeated Belgium last night to book a place in the World Cup final.

England's ladies got to a World Cup semi-final in 2015, losing 2-1 to Japan in Canada, what words of wisdom has lioness Alex Scott got for the boys? Because the evidence of Hazard’s career so far is that when he is in the mood, in a happy, functioning, focused team, with a coach who knows what he is doing, there is nothing that can get in his way. With Belgium fully expected to aim both barrels at them, this chameleon approach could see them triggered into a more expansive strategy on Tuesday evening. Hazard provided a more Brazilian-like performance than any player wearing a yellow shirt in the quarter-finals. #Kazan, 06/07/2018.



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