France come from behind to thrash Belgium 4-1
The Paris St Germain winger levelled with a left-footed shot across goal from the edge of the box.
Belgium secured an early advantage in their World Cup qualifier against France when Lukebakio exploited a defensive error, scoring a one-on-one with goalkeeper Guillaume Restes, who was making his debut for the national team. Despite controlling possession throughout, France struggled to create scoring opportunities, failing to register a goal in the first half.
After a strategic substitution of Olise and Cherki on the hour mark, France's attack grew more formidable. Olise credited coach Zidane for his tactical ideas. Belgium's defense, consisting of 12 men, was unable to contain the French onslaught. With Maarten Vandevoordt, Esteban Lepaul and Olise contributing, the French side maintained their momentum.
Doue managed to equalize, striking a left-footed shot from the edge of the box, but France quickly regained the lead. Olise opened the scoring for France with a precise cross resulting in a header by Cherki. Just three minutes later, Olise completed a remarkable double, netting a close-range finish to cement the victory for France, who now lead the group with 10 points, three ahead of Italy and four clear of Belgium.
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