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Match Report

Denmark followed Group C winners France into the last 16 with the first goalless draw of the 2018 World Cup against Les Bleus at the Luzhniki Stadium on Tuesday.

France had already qualified and Denmark needed a point to be certain, although a 2-0 win for already eliminated Peru against Australia sent them through regardless of their result.

Didier Deschamps, marking his 79th game in charge to level Raymond Domenech's France record, rested key players such as Paul Pogba and Hugo Lloris and kept Kylian Mbappe on the bench for the majority of the game with an eye on their knockout campaign. 

Deschamps' six changes contributed to a lack of cohesion that prevented France from ending the group stage with maximum points for the first time since they won the tournament in 1998, Antoine Griezmann struggling to link with partner Olivier Giroud.

After topping Group C thanks to a dull draw, France are on track to face Argentina in the first knockout round if Lionel Messi can inspire his side to victory against Nigeria, who occupy second spot in Group D.

Denmark - likely to face Croatia next - rarely threatened and appeared happy with a 0-0 draw that sends them into the knockout stages for the first time since 2002, with Tottenham star Christian Eriksen providing their greatest threat in front of goal.

Giroud and Raphael Varane sent early efforts off target as news of a Peru goal in Sochi reduced the pressure on Denmark.

Ousmane Dembele bent a presentable opportunity wide as a low-tempo match continued to await a shot on target.

And when it finally arrived in the 38th minute the strike from Griezmann was straight at Kasper Schmeichel and easily dealt with by the Leicester City goalkeeper.

Griezmann set up Giroud, but a late offside flag spared the blushes of the striker - scorer of Les Bleus' last three goals against Denmark - after he blazed over the crossbar.

Steve Mandanda became France's oldest World Cup debutant and the goalkeeper almost cost his side, spilling a long-range Eriksen free-kick before recovering to claim the loose ball ahead of lurking striker Andreas Cornelius.

Eriksen drilled wide in the 59th minute as Age Hareide's side took control of the contest, although France substitute Nabil Fekir rippled the side-netting with an ambitious drive shortly after his introduction for lacklustre Griezmann.

Fekir forced a smart stop from Schmeichel in the 82nd minute, while Giroud had a late penalty appeal rejected by referee Sandro Meira Ricci.

Live Updates

Preamble

The National Anthems have been blasted out. 

Team News! Changes ahoy for France! Six to be exact. Keeper Steve Mandanda is in. Umtiti & Pavard also drop out  Presnel Kimpembe and Djibril Sidibe come in. Steven N'Zonzi and Thomas Lemar replace Paul Pogba & Kylian Mbappé. Finally, Ousmane Dembele is back in replacing Blaise Matuidi. As for Denmark three changes. Nicolai Jorgensen is replaced with Andreas Cornelius. Lasse Schone drops out for Mathias Jorgensen and Martin Braithwaite comes in for Yussuf Poulsen.

Hello! Welcome to the Live Updates of Denmark Vs France! Denmark need a point to qualify. Whilst France need a point to finish top! Plenty to play for in Group C in this final matchday! We will have all the latest news, and video highlights from the match in Moscow. Don't go anywhere! 

Preview

Denmark will be targeting a result against an already qualified France to book their place in the round of sixteen on Tuesday evening. The Danes need a positive result and hope that Australia doesn’t get a win against already-eliminated Peru in the other Group C game which will take place at the same time. 

The Danes held on at times in their second group game to force a 1-1 draw with Australia after Christian Eriksen opened the scoring with a stunning half-volley. The Tottenham Hotspur star will be Denmark’s creative force against Les Bleus and will be a threat from set pieces for his country. Eriksen, 26 enjoys representing his country and has 23 goals in 80 appearances for Denmark. 

Whilst Denmark will have to keep it tight against a French front line who has plenty of space on the flanks. Chelsea defender Andreas Christensen has looked solid as part of a front three in the previous two group games and will have to be at his very best to shut out France and reach for the knockout stage for the first time since 2002. 

Denmark Predicted Team
Schmeichel; Dalsgaard, Kjaer, Christensen, Stryger-Larsen; Schone, Delaney; Braithwaite, Eriksen, Sisto; Jorgensen

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TV Channel- MAX HD3
Kick-off- 17:00
Stadium- Luzhniki Stadium, Moscow
 

Having already booked their place in the round of sixteen, France just needs one point to guarantee top spot.  Didier Deschamps is likely to rest some key players for the tie after narrow victories over Australia and Peru. 

Olivier Giroud is likely to start for the second consecutive group game and will be charged with spearheading the French attack. The Chelsea striker has been impressive in his appearances linking up well with the midfield and holding the ball up well. 

The likes of Paul Pogba and Kylian Mbppe are likely to be rested and that gives opportunities to Steven N'Zonzi & Nabil Fekir who have already made substitute appearances in the tournament. The duo will be looking to impress and convince Deschamps for a start in the round of sixteen contest against a side from Group D. 

France Predicted team
Lloris; Sidibe, Varane, Umtiti; Mendy; N'Zonzi, Tolisso; Lemar, Fekir, Griezmann; Giroud 

Denmark will be hoping to get a positive result to book their place in the round of sixteen against a France side who are targeting three consecutive wins in the group stages.  Watch the Live & Exclusive stream of the game on MAX HD3 & beIN SPORTS CONNECT.