The first half ended , characterized by heavy French pressure and a disciplined Danish defensive structure. While France dominated the offensive statistics, they were unable to convert their chances into goals.
: Andreas Christensen received a yellow card for a tactical foul to stop a dangerous Mbappé break. FRA vs DEN - First-Half.mp4.mp4
: Noted by observers as a primary creative engine, consistently beating defenders on the right wing and delivering crosses for Giroud and Mbappé. The first half ended , characterized by heavy
: Despite France's attacking volume, they held only 42% possession compared to Denmark's 46%. Denmark focused on maintaining a compact shape and occasionally threatened on the counter, most notably when Andreas Cornelius broke away but fired his shot wide of Hugo Lloris's goal in the 36th minute. Key Defensive Moments : : Noted by observers as a primary creative
: Kept Denmark level with critical saves, particularly against Rabiot's goal-bound header.
: France registered 13 total attempts in the first half, with 8 of those coming from inside the penalty area. Key chances fell to Adrien Rabiot , whose powerful header was saved by Kasper Schmeichel, and Kylian Mbappé , who uncharacteristically skied a clear shot from a Ousmane Dembélé cross in the 42nd minute.
