Updated
Updated · ESPN · Jun 30
France Draws Sweden 0-0 as Mbappe and Olise Strike the Post
Updated
Updated · ESPN · Jun 30

France Draws Sweden 0-0 as Mbappe and Olise Strike the Post

3 articles · Updated · ESPN · Jun 30

Summary

  • France and Sweden played out a 0-0 draw in East Rutherford, with Kylian Mbappe and Michael Olise both denied by the woodwork in France’s clearest chances.
  • 73% possession and 0.88 expected goals underlined France’s control, while Sweden managed 27% possession, 0.17 xG and only one shot on target.
  • Mbappe nearly broke through from Jules Kounde’s cutback at the far post, and Olise later rattled the far upright with an overhead kick before Ousmane Dembele curled wide.
  • Sweden still threatened sporadically through Anthony Elanga and Alexander Isak, and Victor Lindelof escaped further punishment after a late sliding challenge on Olise.

Insights

Is France's star-studded attack clinical enough to win the World Cup after being held scoreless despite total dominance?
Sweden held a powerhouse scoreless. Is their defensive blueprint the secret to a major World Cup upset in the knockouts?
With superstars neutralized and favorites held, will an underdog's tactical discipline ultimately conquer this World Cup?