France secured a narrow 1-0 win over Austria in their Euro 2024 opener, but the victory was clouded by concerns over star player Kylian Mbappé’s injury. The decisive moment came in the 38th minute when Austrian defender Maximilian Wöber inadvertently scored an own goal. While France managed to hold on for the win, the team’s attack, led by Mbappé, Antoine Griezmann, and Ousmane Dembélé, struggled to find cohesion and create scoring chances despite Mbappé’s significant impact on the game. Mbappé was involved in a collision with Austrian player Kevin Danso, which resulted in a bloody nose and a potential fracture. He was substituted out of the match and his condition will be assessed ahead of France’s next game against the Netherlands. France’s defense, including Dayot Upamecano and William Saliba, was praised for their solid performance. The French team, under coach Didier Deschamps, will aim to improve their performance in their upcoming match in Leipzig.
Key points
- France won against Austria 1-0 in their Euro 2024 opener with a goal resulting from an own goal by Austrian defender Wöber.
- Kylian Mbappé sustained a nose injury during the match and was substituted, casting doubt on his availability for the next game.
- Despite the win, France’s offense lacked coordination, with missed chances from key players.
Contradictions👾There is a contradiction in the reports of who scored for France.
Some sources report an own goal by Maximilian Wöber, while others credit Kylian Mbappé with the goal.
