From trailing to triumphant! Late flurry from Desire Doue and Michael Olise caps dramatic France comeback against Belgium
France secured a 4-1 victory over Belgium in the Nations League after a late-game surge led by manager Zinedine Zidane. Despite trailing for most of the match, tactical substitutions in the final minutes allowed France to overcome a disciplined Belgian defense.
Why it matters
This match highlights the tactical impact of high-profile management and the competitive nature of the UEFA Nations League.
France maintained their grip on the top spot of Nations League Group 1 with a sensational 4-1 victory over Belgium at the Stade de France. Despite trailing for over an hour, a tactical masterclass from Zinedine Zidane saw the Bleus score four times in the final 14 minutes to stun their rivals.
Zidane's tenure as France manager reached a new high on Monday night as his side produced a breathtaking late rally to dismantle Belgium 4-1. The Bleus entered the contest at the Stade de France sitting at the summit of Nations League Group 1 with seven points, following a narrow 1-0 win in Brussels just a week prior. Looking to cement their lead, Zidane opted for a youthful 4-3-3 formation, handing starts to Guillaume Restes in goal and an experimental defensive pairing of Maxence Lacroix and Leny Yoro.
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