The group stage match between France and Belgium was not as exciting as expected, and the competition will be hot for this round of 16 showdown. Both teams have been through many tests, the strength should not be underestimated.
France didn't top the group, and their goal scoring record was rather thin, relying mainly on McBarbie's penalties and opposition errors. However, against Poland, France created a number of good scoring opportunities, and scoring seemed to be a matter of timing.
The doubtful injury to Kilian McBarbie's nasal bone is a concern, but his performance in the Poland tournament proved that the injury has not affected his fighting ability. I am confident that as the tournament progresses, he will be in sync with the team and play as well as he can to help the team advance to the next round.
The Belgian team has a lot of problems on and off the field, and the players' form is worrying. Nevertheless, the team still has star players such as Chelsea Medjugorje and Chiyondibuni, who could turn the game around at any time. France should not take this lightly.
According to my prediction, France will win by a narrow 1-0 margin, with Kishavin playing a key role, as he usually does when it counts.
