In the Nations League quarterfinal first leg, Croatia defeated France 2-0 with goals from Ante Budimir and Ivan Perisic. Despite a missed penalty by Andrej Kramaric, Croatia's performance was dominant, showcasing their ability to convert chances effectively. France, reliant on the return of key players like Kylian Mbappé, faltered and struggled in attack, failing to capitalize on several opportunities. With plenty of possession yet minimal impact, the result sets them up for a crucial second leg in Paris, where they will look for redemption.
Croatia secured a deserved 2-0 victory over France, with Ante Budimir and Ivan Perisic scoring, showcasing their solid performance despite an early missed penalty.
Even with almost two-thirds possession, France struggled to find the net and displayed a wasteful performance, failing to capitalize on key opportunities.
Croatia's Budimir and Perisic took advantage of favorable moments, while France's attempts were thwarted by a resilient defense led by goalkeeper Dominik Livakovic.
The tie remains open for the second leg in Paris, where France will aim to bounce back against a Croatian side displaying resilience throughout the match.
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