Attack seems to be the best form of defence for Didier Deschamps’ team in the knockout matches in this World Cup. The French team scored six and two goals against Argentina and Uruguay respectively. And with the attacking talents in their disposal, we can possibly hope to witness a high scoring match. With Antoine Griezmann and Kylian Mbappe scoring one-third of Frances’ total goals in this world cup, they will surely want to carry on their form against the Belgians.
There will also be the talk of the French midfielders having a brilliant tournament as both Paul Pogba and N’golo Kante were sublime in midfield coming into the semi-final. While the onus will be on them to perform against the resolute Belgian team, especially Paul Pogba, who will be desperate to perform on the big stage after a very uneasy 2017-18 season for Manchester United. The fact that N’golo Kante is running the defensive midfield position all by himself will help Paul Pogba in making useful contributions during their semi-final match.
With France winning all but one match so far in this World Cup, there will be added confidence of defeating the two big teams in the knockout stages during the semi-final. Also the fact that France have never lost a World Cup match against their neighbours Belgium will give the French players extra motivation.