France vs. Portugal: Team News, Lineups, and Predictions
By Ben Knapton, Senior Reporter
July 3, 2024
France and Portugal face off in a highly anticipated match that will determine their fate in the tournament. While France has struggled to find the back of the net, their defense has been solid. Portugal, on the other hand, boasts an impressive attacking force that has the potential to cause problems for the French.
Team News
France will be without the services of Karim Benzema, who is still recovering from an injury. However, they have a number of other attacking options available, including Kylian Mbappe and Antoine Griezmann. Portugal, meanwhile, will be looking to their talisman, Cristiano Ronaldo, to lead the line.
Lineups
France: Lloris; Pavard, Varane, Konate, Hernandez; Tchouameni, Rabiot; Dembele, Griezmann, Mbappe; Giroud
Portugal: Costa; Dalot, Pepe, Dias, Guerreiro; Fernandes, Neves, Carvalho; Bernardo Silva, Ronaldo, Joao Felix
Predictions
This is a tough match to call, but France's defensive solidity could give them the edge. Portugal's attack is dangerous, but they have not been scoring as many goals as they would like. I predict a narrow 1-0 victory for France.
Betting Odds
France: 135
Portugal: 240
Draw: 190
Recommended Bet
France to win: -154
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