Description du projet
Pre-match Context
Going into the match, France was seen as a dominant force with more depth and experience compared to the relatively nascent squad of the Dominican Republic. The match was played at Stade Mayol in Toulon, providing the French team with a home advantage that further buoyed their confidence.
First Half
France wasted no time asserting their dominance, opening the scoring in the first few minutes with a swift offensive maneuver. Just in the 4th minute, Mathis Abline found the back of the net after a series of quick passes and incisive movement from the French forwards, setting an early tone for the game.
Maintaining relentless pressure, France scored again in the 18th minute through Arnaud Kalimuendo. Exploiting a defensive lapse, Kalimuendo deftly rounded the goalkeeper, finishing with composure. His ability to create space and finish clinically was evident, as France extended their lead to 2-0.
Continuing their torrid pace, in the 24th minute, Enzo Millot scored with a beautiful long-range effort. Finding room outside the penalty box, Millot took a touch before unleashing a perfectly placed shot, nestling the ball into the top corner to make it 3-0, further exemplifying France’s attacking prowess.
Before the close of the first half, in the 41st minute, Rayan Cherki added another to France’s tally. Showcasing his dribbling skills, Cherki weaved past multiple defenders before calmly striking the ball into the net. By halftime, France held a comfortable 4-0 lead, indicative of their tactical superiority and creativity in attack.
Second Half Highlights
As the second half commenced, France showed no signs of complacency, continuing to press high and challenge the Dominican Republic’s defensive organization. In the 51st minute, Loum Tchaouna etched his name onto the scoresheet. After a well-timed run behind the defense, Tchaouna finished with precision, sliding the ball past the goalkeeper for 5-0.
France further showcased their depth by introducing fresh legs through substitutions, maintaining their attacking momentum. In the 67th minute, Pierre Kalulu scored after a corner kick situation, capitalizing on a goalmouth scramble to extend France’s lead to 6-0. His awareness and opportunistic finish highlighted the team’s dominance in set-piece scenarios.
Concluding their goal fest, Kalimuendo scored his second of the match in the 74th minute, wrapping up the scoring with a well-crafted team goal. Quick exchanges on the edge of the penalty area provided Kalimuendo the opening, sealing a commanding 7-0 victory.
France’s emphatic victory against the Dominican Republic was a display of top-tier skill, coordination, and strategic execution. Each player’s individual brilliance complemented a strong team-oriented approach, with the French side showcasing depth by spreading goals across the squad. The Dominican Republic, although bested, exhibited moments of resilience, but were ultimately overrun by France’s sharp passing and relentless attacking. This result provided a strong confidence boost for France’s U23 team, demonstrating their potential and readiness in prep for larger football stages.
