France and Netherlands produce Euro 2024's first 0-0
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LEIPZIG, Germany: Kylian Mbapp watched from the substitutes bench as France and the Netherlands finished 0 0 in a heavyweight European Championship...
LEIPZIG, Germany: Kylian Mbappé watched from the substitutes’ bench as France and the Netherlands finished 0-0 in a heavyweight European Championship clash on Friday.
Antoine Griezmann missed France's best chances while Xavi Simons had a goal ruled out for the Dutch in the first goalless draw of the tournament.
It leaves both teams on four points in Group D after their second match. It also ensured Poland was the first team eliminated. Poland was beaten by Austria 3-1 earlier Friday and is assured of finishing bottom of the group, even if it beats France in its final group game.
France's buildup was dominated by speculation on whether Mbappé would play after the team captain broke his nose in their opening 1-0 win over Austria.
Happening now: France's forward Kylian Mbappe sits on the bench as he watches the UEFA Euro 2024 Group D football match between the Netherlands and France. Still no difference on the scoreboard, 0-0 at 59 mins. (Pic: AFP) ➡️ https://t.co/nK7uMmDVaC#EURO2024 | #NEDFRA pic.twitter.com/Bde2IR8eeH