France will take on Spain on Tuesday, July 9 , in the first semifinal of UEFA Euro 2024 , vying for a spot in the coveted final, scheduled for Sunday, July 14, at the Olympiastadion in Berlin.
Led by Kylian Mbappe, France aims to replicate their victories from 1984, when Michel Platini was at the helm, and 2000, with legends like Zinedine Zidane and Thierry Henry.
Les Bleus, commanded by Didier Deschamps, have shown some inconsistency, drawing three of their five matches in the tournament. Despite this, they remain undefeated and their star-studded lineup promises to deliver when it matters most.
What happens if France beat Spain?
If France beats Spain, they will secure a direct spot in the final on Sunday, July 14 , at the Olympiastadion in Berlin . Their opponent will be the winner of the other semifinal between England and the Netherlands .
What happens if France and Spain draw?
If the match ends in a draw after regulation time, it will proceed to extra time, which consists of two 15-minute halves. If the tie persists after extra time, the game will be decided by a penalty shootout. The winner of the shootout will advance to the final.
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What happens if France lose to Spain?
If Spain defeats France, Les Bleus will be eliminated from the competition, and the team coached by Luis de la Fuente will advance to the final. It should be noted that the UEFA Euro does not have a match for third and fourth place.
