FIFA World Cup semifinals: France vs Belgium - See pics
Belgium began the first semi-final of FIFA World Cup 2018 with positive intent, dominating possession against France. The goalless scoreline in the first-half saw a dramatic twist in the 51st minute when Samuel Umtiti headed a crafty corner into the net to dash Belgium hopes and take France to their first final since 2006.
Jul 11, 2018, 20:01 PM IST
France peaking perfectly as they head to FIFA World Cup final
Should France go on to win the World Cup on Sunday, they would have peaked perfectly after starting the tournament in Russia slowly but gaining momentum when it mattered most.
Jul 11, 2018, 16:16 PM IST
Set-piece decides France vs Belgium FIFA World Cup 2018 semifinal, proves football is a simple game
For all the intricate planning, cagey tactics and chess-like choreography, the simplicity of football was again emphasised as France secured a place in the FIFA World Cup 2018 final from a basic set-piece.
Jul 11, 2018, 10:14 AM IST
Jubilant France hopes for FIFA World Cup glory after two-decade wait
Delirious supporters draped in the Tricolor flag spilled on to Parisian boulevards as the blare of car horns reverberated through the French capital. In a fan zone outside City Hall on the banks of the River Seine, jubilant supporters embraced and lit smoke flares.
Jul 11, 2018, 10:06 AM IST
Belgium's FIFA World Cup 2018 dream over, fans rue what might have been
Prime Minister Charles Michel tweeted: “Bravo, Red Devils, for your performances and for having thrilled us all the way to the semifinals.”
Jul 11, 2018, 09:59 AM IST
Didier Deschamps credits French character for FIFA World Cup 2018 semifinal win over Belgium
Samuel Umtiti’s 51st-minute header at St Petersburg Stadium sent the French into the final, where they will be seeking their second win since 1998 - when Deschamps captained them on home soil.
Jul 11, 2018, 09:28 AM IST
France end Belgium's FIFA World Cup 2018 campaign to book a place in final
In an enthralling tactical match, it was once again a set-piece that proved decisive with Umtiti’s near-post header from an Antoine Griezmann corner settling matters.
Jul 11, 2018, 01:46 AM IST
France vs Belgium FIFA World Cup 2018 semifinals live streaming timing, channels, websites and apps
France and Belgium will face each other at St. Petersburg Stadium on Tuesday.
Jul 10, 2018, 21:54 PM IST
FIFA World Cup 2018 schedule of match on July 10: France vs Belgium semifinal
The two sides have played against each other 73 times with Belgium winning 30 matches, France 24 and 19 ending in a draw.
Jul 10, 2018, 17:49 PM IST
Team spirit can carry Belgium to World Cup final: Roberto Martinez
Belgium can call upon the likes of Romelu Lukaku, Eden Hazard and Kevin De Bruyne, while Antoine Griezmann and Kylian Mbappe have shone for France. Belgium will have to show team spirit as they will enter the unknown territory when they face France on Tuesday.
Jul 09, 2018, 17:13 PM IST
France vs Belgium FIFA World Cup 2018 semifinal at St. Petersburg promises to be a classic
A compelling cast of players, two attacking teams propelled by great pace and a clash between neighbours to boot.
Jul 09, 2018, 11:11 AM IST
Thierry Henry against France as they face Belgium in semis
Thierry Henry has been serving as one of Belgium coach Roberto Martinez’s assistants, his first foray into coaching.
Jul 08, 2018, 20:06 PM IST
Yannick Noah stays on as France Davis Cup skipper
Noah, 57, guided France to a tenth title but first since 2001 with a 3-2 triumph over Belgium in Lille.
Nov 30, 2017, 21:18 PM IST
Davis Cup Final: Yannick Noah gamble pays off as France lead Belgium 2-1
Gasquet and Herbert defeated Ruben Bemelmans and Joris de Loore 6-1, 3-6, 7-6 (7/2), 6-4 to leave the hosts requiring just one point from Sunday`s closing two singles.
Nov 26, 2017, 09:49 AM IST
Davis Cup Final: Jo-Wilfried Tsonga downs Belgium's Steve Darcis to level for France
David Goffin had mercilessly swept aside close friend Lucas Pouille to give outsiders Belgium the first point at the Stade Pierre-Mauroy.
Nov 25, 2017, 09:09 AM IST
France drop Julien Benneteau, Nicolas Mahut for Davis Cup final against Belgium
Belgium will be led by David Goffin and Steve Darcis, with Joris De Loore and Ruben Bemelmans down to play Saturday`s doubles.
Nov 23, 2017, 19:02 PM IST
