France is the first finalist team of the European U-17 Championship “Albania 2025.” “The Blues” defeated Belgium in the semifinal with a score of 3-2 and secured the big final on June 1st.
At the “Elbasan Arena” stadium, a very beautiful match took place. The first half was very hard-fought and it was Belgium who created more clear chances to score.
At the end of the first half, two goals were scored. France took the lead with Abdoulaye Camara in the 42nd minute, while in injury time Belgium equalized through a penalty, which was converted into a goal by Noah Fernandez. The first half ended 1-1.
The second half started better for France, who scored two quick goals with Rudy Matondo and Djyilian N’Guessan, bringing the score to 3-1.
Belgium reopened the match in the 79th minute with Axl Wins, who scored a euro-goal from a free kick. The Belgians fought until the end to equalize, but without success. The match ended 3-2 for France.
The second finalist team will be decided later at the “National Arena.” The second semifinal match Italy–Portugal will start at 20:30.
