France is the current leaders in Group B of the UEFA Euro Qualifiers with four wins out of the four matches played. The team has defeated every other nation in the group once and they will be starting the reverse fixture from this evening with a home tie against the Republic of Ireland. Les Bleus have a squad comprising of some of the finest talents in world football. They are one of the four European teams to have won all their games in the qualifiers so far. Having lost to Portugal in the 2016 Euro finals, the team will be raring to lift it in the 2024 edition. Opponents Ireland need a positive result this evening to put pressure on second-placed Greece, which is easier said than done. France versus Ireland will be streamed on the Sony Liv app from 12:15 am IST. Ballon d’Or 2023 Nominees Announced! Lionel Messi, Erling Haaland Lead 30-Man Shortlist for Award, Cristiano Ronaldo Misses Out.
William Saliba will pair up with Dayot Umpecano in the backline with the Arsenal star in fine form. Skipper Kylian Mbappe has got his club career back on track with PSG and he remains France’s biggest asset in the attacking third. Olivier Giroud plays the lone striker with Kingsley Coman on the right flank. A midfield pairing of Eduardo Camavinga and Adrian Rabiot with Antoine Griezmann further forward is the likely plan for manager Didier Deschamps.
Evan Ferguson, the talented Brighton striker, has been ruled out with a knee injury which is a huge blow for Ireland. Chiedozie Ogbene and Adam Idah will be part of a two-man frontline with the visitors opting for a 3-5-2 formation. Seamus Collen is another big miss with a fitness concern while Matt Doherty is suspended. Cristiano Ronaldo Takes Lie Detector Test, Answers Intriguing Questions About His Career (Watch Video).
When Is France vs Republic of Ireland, UEFA Euro 2024 Qualifiers Match? Know Date, Time and Venue?
France vs Republic of Ireland, UEFA Euro 2024 Qualifiers match will be played on September 8, 2023 (Friday). The Group B match will be played at the Parc des Princes and it has a scheduled start time of 12:15 am IST (Indian Standard Time).
Which TV Channels in India Will Telecast France vs Republic of Ireland, UEFA Euro 2024 Qualifiers Match, LIVE?
Fans in India can catch the live action of the Malta vs England, UEFA Euro 2024 Qualifiers Match on Sony Sports channels. Sony Pictures Sports Network is the official broadcaster for UEFA Euro 2024 Qualifiers in India. Fans can tune into Sony Sport Network channels for live telecast. Cristiano Ronaldo Joins Portugal National Team Camp For International Break, Shares Pictures of Training With Teammates (See Post).
Is France vs Republic of Ireland, UEFA Euro 2024 Qualifiers Match, Live Online Streaming Available?
Fans can also follow France vs Republic of Ireland, UEFA Euro 2024 Qualifiers match on online platforms. SonyLiv, the OTT of Sony Network, will be live streaming the game for fans in India. Jio users can tune into JioTV to watch the free live streaming of the football match. France have not conceded in six out of their last eight matches against Ireland. They should secure an easy win here.
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