France stood second in Group D of the UEFA EURO 2024 and are all set to clash against Belgium in the round of 16 stage of the competition. The French team which consists of ace striker Kylian Mbappe will be looking to win the match and make a place in the quarterfinals of the major European football international tournament. Mbappe has only scored one goal in the tournament so far and is yet to give his best in the competition. France played draws against the Netherlands and Poland whereas were able to win against Austria by a narrow margin of 1-0. England 2–1 Slovakia, UEFA Euro 2024: Jude Bellingham, Harry Kane Shine As the Three Lions Storm Into Quarterfinals After a Thrilling Contest (Goals Video Highlights).

France have played with a very defensive approach in the tournament so far and they may change their playing style when they take on Belgium. Ousmane Dembele, Antoine Griezmann and Olivier Giroud must take up some responsibility and put the pressure off Kylian Mbappe. No other French player has scored a goal in Euros so far other than Mbappe, which came off a penalty. Cristiano Ronaldo, Football’s Ultimate Showstopper, Still Portugal’s Main Man Despite Slow Start to UEFA Euro 2024.

Will Kylian Mbappe Play Tonight in France vs Belgium UEFA Euro 2024 Round of 16 Match?

Kylian Mbappe didn't play against the Netherlands due to an injury but returned against Poland. Mbappe is yet to make a full-fledged comeback and will surely play against Belgium in the round of 16 match. Mbappe may be back at his position as a left winger after playing in centre against Poland.

Kylian Mbappe played with a mask after getting his nose injured. It may once again be a big threat for him against Belgium. Speaking ahead of the match Mbappe believed that his broken nose would be a target for Belgium.

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