France through to the Final!

OK so the game was not exciting as yesterdays but it was still a great game.

I thought overall Portugal played better than the French which showed by their possession but the France deserved the win showing their great defense.

France's goal came in the 33' when Henry was fouled in the box, this gave Zidane the chance to score the first goal which he did brilliantly against Ricardo.

From then on Portugal battled to score a goal but could not get through the strong defence of France. France was lucky to escape a near goal by Figo in the 78' minute when C.Ronaldo's free kick was parried away by Barathez and given to Figo who barely missed the goal from a header.

Disappointing result for Portugal who deserved a goal for their efforts. But congratulations to France who have now made it to the final!

Played of the day goes to Lilian Thuram who was the mastermind of the French defence!

Who will win the Final on July 09 2006 Italy vs France ? Post a comment :)

Happy viewing, Josiah