France see off Croatia on penalties to reach Final Four
Source: news.source.channelnewsasia
France advanced to the Nations League Final Four by defeating Croatia 5-4 in a penalty shootout following a 2-0 victory in the second leg of their quarter-final at the Stade de France. Dayot Upamecano scored the decisive penalty, with goalkeeper Mike Maignan making two crucial saves. France had to overcome a two-goal deficit from the first leg, with Michael Olise and Ousmane Dembele scoring to force extra time. France will now face Spain in the semi-finals.
Key Points
France defeated Croatia in a penalty shootout to advance to the Nations League Final Four.
The match ended 2-0 in the second leg, with France overcoming a two-goal deficit from the first leg.
Dayot Upamecano scored the winning penalty, and goalkeeper Mike Maignan made two saves.
Michael Olise and Ousmane Dembele scored for France to force extra time.
France will face Spain in the semi-finals.
