France vs Poland Predictions: Low-scoring match expected ...
Our football expert shares his top three bets and forecasts for France vs Poland ahead of their meeting on matchday three of Euro 2024 Group D.
We predict a low-scoring game between France and Poland on matchday three and are backing France to win 1-0 or 2-0.
Learn more about the Betway Sign Up CodeDon’t have a Betway account yet? Check our Betway registration guideFind out more about South Africa best betting sitesOur Analysis: Form of Both TeamsPoland are already eliminated after losing their first two matches, and will be playing for pride when they face France on Tuesday. Les Bleus are almost guaranteed of a place in the knockout rounds, but will be keen to top the group.
Finishing first or second should give France a favourable knockout round matchup. If they slip to third, however, they could be lined up with England or Spain in the round of 16.
Kylian Mbappe’s broken nose has been the biggest storyline of the tournament to date. While Mbappe is going to return at some point, he was an unused substitute on Friday, and it would be a surprise if France decided to risk him here. We expect the world’s best player to be available off the bench.
Poland have had their own star injury to worry about in Robert Lewandowski. The White-Reds are on the verge of making unwanted history as the first Poland side to not pick up a point in a major tournament group stage.
Probable Lineups for France vs PolandFrance probable XI:Maignan; Kounde, Upamecano, Konate, Hernandez; Coman, Camavinga, Tchouameni, Rabiot; Griezmann, Giroud.
Poland probable XI:
Szczesny; Bednarek, Dawidowicz, Kiwior; Frankowski, Zielinski, Slisz, Piotrowski, Zalewski; Buksa, Piatek.
Cagey First HalfAssuming Kylian Mbappe won’t be available to start, we anticipate a goalless first 45 minutes in Dortmund. France’s record without Mbappe is very poor, and their attack was lacking a cutting edge against the Netherlands on Friday.
France are winless in their last seven matches without Mbappe. While Poland have been a disappointment in their first two matches, suffering consecutive defeats, they will be keen to take something from this group stage.
This Poland team is certainly capable of making life difficult for France. They drew with Spain at Euro 2020, beat Germany in a friendly last year, and drew with the Netherlands in the 2022 Nations League.
Look for a cagey first half with France still struggling in Mbappe’s absence.
France vs Poland Bet 1: Under 0.5 first half goals @ 3.30 with Betway Giroud Delivers Again For Les BleusOlivier Giroud should return to the France starting lineup for Tuesday’s match. Marcus Thuram was ineffective as the lone striker on Friday, and Didier Deschamps surely won’t risk Kylian Mbappe from the start when he doesn’t need to.
Giroud is France’s all-time leading scorer. He scored 17 goals for Milan in the 2023-24 campaign. Despite being in his twilight years, the former Arsenal man has never relied on pace. He still excels as a hold-up man and finisher.
Giroud’s performances at major tournaments have been much better than his goal tally of five suggests. Preempting some rotation from Deschamps, we like Giroud to score anytime at this price.
France vs Poland Bet 2: Olivier Giroud Anytime Scorer @ 2.05 with BetwayBack The UnderFrance have seen one goal in two matches. That was an own goal by Austria’s Maximilian Wöber. It’s been an underwhelming start to the tournament from Les Bleus, and Didier Deschamps’ team selection on Friday indicated he will be prioritising solidity over flair.
A draw is enough to guarantee France’s progress. Deschamps packed the midfield on Friday, naming Adrien Rabiot on the left flank in a similar role to the one Blaise Matuidi filled in previous tournaments.
Poland’s defence has conceded five goals in two matches, but the under was a profitable option for them during qualifying. Their last five games in their qualifying group had two or fewer goals.
France vs Poland Bet 3: Under 2.5 total goals @ 2.30 with Betway
