Austria vs. France: Soccer Match Update
France Triumphs with Own Goal, but Mbappe Injured
Breaking News Summary:
France secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Austria in their UEFA Euro 2024 Group B opener on Friday, July 14th, 2024, courtesy of an own goal by Austria's Maximilian Wöber. However, the match was marred by a potential injury scare for star French forward Kylian Mbappe. France now sits atop the group standings, while Austria remains in fourth.
The match, played at the Ernst Happel Stadion in Vienna, Austria, saw France dominate possession but struggle to break down the Austrian defense. The breakthrough came in the 59th minute when Wöber inadvertently deflected a cross into his own net.
Mbappe, playing his first competitive match since the World Cup, was forced off in the 72nd minute with an apparent hamstring problem. The extent of his injury is currently unknown, but it could be a significant blow to France's hopes of retaining their European title.
Austria will next face Belgium on Monday, October 13th, 2023, in their second Group B fixture, while France will take on Hungary on Wednesday, October 15th, 2023.
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