France after a hard fought defeat to Spain sort to redeem themselves against Germany for a third place spot in the UEFA Nations league.

Spain handed France one of their toughest games in the tournament after a 5-4 scoreline while rendering the French team powerless in all fields.

Kylian Mbappe and Ousmane Dembele had a point to prove as their have been eyeing the most prestigious individual away by FIFA.

The German national team were playing at home and surely had all the support they needed but France needed to prove a point and that is exactly what they did in Munich.

France did not allow the home crowd to influence their game plan but rather took the game to the German’s.

France’s Kylian Mbappe, front right, scores the opening goal during the Nations League third place soccer match between Germany and France in Stuttgart, Germany, Sunday, June 8, 2025. (Marijan Murat/dpa via AP)

Mbappe who suffered in the hands of Spain found the back of the net for France at the brink of halftime. He was increasing his personal numbers while helping his team get a medal.

The German team hasn’t been the same after the departure of Joaquin Lowe, their style of play and persistence has all changed. They have become a regular team that any one can beat.

Olise who wasn’t so influential in their game against Spain added the second in the 84th minute to give France the victory and also the bronze medal.

Kylian Mbappe was awarded MOTM after his performance while his stats loomed of glory.

Mbappe after 60 games has scored 45 goals and assisted with 7, he has clinched the Golden boot and the Pichichi award and is targeting the ultimate.

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