France predicted lineup for Spain clash in Euro 2024 semi-final
Adrien Rabiot is likely to come back in the squad.
We are now bracing ourselves for the fag end of the UEFA Euro 2024. One of the most important match at this stage is the semi-final game between Spain and France. The game will be held on Tuesday. Spain are unbeaten so far in the Euro 2024. They defeated the hosts Germany in the quarter-final. So, France have a big task in hand while facing a high-flying Spanish team.
Although France have qualified for the semi-final, they are not in the best of goal-scoring form. They have not yet scored a single goal from open play. France managed to knock out the Portugal side in the semi-final through Penalty shootout. So, they will have to bring out their A game against Spain.
In this article, we will focus on France. France are looking to qualify for their fourth final and if they do qualify, this will just be their second Euro final way from the French soil. Let us take a look at the Predicted playing XI for France in the UEFA Euro 2024 semi-final against Spain.
France Predicted Lineup: (4-3-2-1)
Mike Maignan (GK)
Mike Maignan has been in good form in the UEFA Euro 2024. He will have the responsibility yet again to stop the dangerous attacking trio of Lamine Yamal, Alvaro Morata, and Nico Williams. As France haven’t scored any from open play, much will depend on how Maignan performs as a goalkeeper. He has made 16 saves and kept 4 clean sheets in the five games that he has played in UEFA Euro 2024.
Jules Kounde (RB)
Jules Koundé has been prolific in the right-back spot and he will again start in the same position against Spain. He will have a big role in thwarting the threat from Nico Williams and also have to support the attack by making overlapping runs. So far in Euro 2024, Kounde has recovered 34 balls and has a passing accuracy of 89.8%. He will yet again have a big role in the semi-final.
William Saliba (CB)
William Saliba will again start as a centre-back against Spain in the semi-final. He has played an absolutely crucial role behind France’s qualification for the semi-final. Saliba has brought his Arsenal form to UEFA Euro 2024. He will need to be at his very best yet again in the semi-final. Saliba has recovered 29 balls in 5 games and has a passing accuracy of 96.4%. He has completed 15 out of the 21 clearances in these 5 games.
Also read: Spain Predicted Lineup against France
Dayot Upamecano (CB)
Dayot Upamecano has stepped up with William Saliba in the centre-back position. He has also been solid for France in Euro 2024. Upamecano has recovered 27 balls successfully in the 5 games and has also made 7 clear tackles. He has a passing accuracy of 94.2% and has completed 12 out of the 17 clearances. He will yet again have a big role while facing Spain’s attack in the semi-final.
Theo Hernandez (LB)
Theo Hernández has stepped up for France in the left-back spot in Euro 2024. He can efficiently join in attack and also carry out his defensive duties efficiently. So, he is a big weapon for France in that left-back spot. In the 5 games so far, he has a passing accuracy of 91.8% and has recovered 20 balls. He successfully completed 12 out of the 14 clearances. Hernandez has been involved in 19 runs into the attacking third and 15 runs into the key play area. He will have a key role in defending against Lamine Yamal.
Aurélien Tchouaméni (DM)
Aurélien Tchouaméni is a versatile midfielder who can play in many positions. He has featured as a defensive midfielder for France in Euro 2024. He possesses a perfect vision, can anticipate attacks, and is also good at distributing balls. Tchouaméni has a high stamina and a good work rate. This makes him very crucial in that defensive midfield spot. He has played 4 games in Euro 2024 and has a 94% passing accuracy.
Tchouaméni has made 9 runs into the attacking third and 7 runs into the key play area. He has recovered 13 balls and has successfully made 6 out of the 7 clearances. Tchouaméni will definitely start for France against Spain.
N’Golo Kante (CM)
N’Golo Kante has flourished in the central midfield role for France in Euro 2024. He has an incredible work rate, stamina, and defensive skills. Kante is sensational in intercepting passes, breaking up play, and recovering the ball. He is relentless with his work ethic and is good at positioning himself, which makes him one of the most vital cog in the midfield.
Kante boasts of a 92.2% passing accuracy in the 5 games, has made 17 runs into the attacking third and 14 runs into the key play area. He has successfully completed 5 out of 5 clearances and has recovered 20 balls.
Adrien Rabiot (CM)
Adrien Rabiot is back from suspension and will replace Camavinga in the midfield. Rabiot is defined by his strong passing skills, excellent ball control, and tactical awareness. He seamlessly transitions from defence to attack. Rabiot has a physical presence in the midfield and a tremendous work ethic, which makes him vital for France.
He has 92.5% passing accuracy in the 4 games that he has played in Euro 2024 and has made 9 runs into the attacking third and 7 runs into the key play area. Rabiot has also managed to recover 13 balls. France will hope for a solid display from him in the semi-final.
Antoine Griezmann (CAM)
Antoine Griezmann is the heart of the French attack. Everything goes through him. He is known for his creativity, vision, and precision. He boasts all the traits in dribbling, passing, and finishing and is a constant threat to opposition’s defence. Griezmann runs the French attack through intelligent positioning and quick decision-making.
He is the link between the midfield and the striker. Griezmann has a passing accuracy of 83.4% and has made 12 attempts. He has made 5 runs into the attacking third, 8 runs into the key play area and 2 runs into the penalty area. Griezmann has to step up his game if France need to qualify for the final.
Kylian Mbappe (ST)
Kylian Mbappe is one of the best players in the world and is always a threat on big match days. However, he has not had a prolific UEFA Euro 2024 so far, as he would have liked. He was taken off against Portugal before the end of extra time. He will have to fire at the peak of his powers in the semi-final, if France wants to beat a high-flying Spain.
Mbappe has 89.25% passing accuracy from 5 games, made 20 total attempts and has scored one goal ( from the penalty spot). He has made 26 dribbles, 13 runs into attacking third, 17 runs into key play area, and 16 runs into penalty area. France will hope for a big night from their star man in the semi final.
Randal Kolo Muani (ST)
Randal Kolo Muani will partner Kylian Mbappe at the right side of the attack. He will hope to come up with his best in the semi final against Spain. Mbappe, Griezman and Kolo Muani will have the responsibility to score France’s first goal from open play in UEFA Euro 2024.
He has a 53% passing accuracy in the 4 games that he has played and has made 2 attempts in total. Kolo Muani has made 2 runs into attacking third, 2 runs into key play area, and 2 runs into penalty area. He has to step up his game in the semi final. However, he is set to start with Kylian Mbappe against Spain.
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