In the UEFA Nations League quarter-final on March 23, 2025, France overcame a two-goal deficit to draw 2-2 on aggregate with Croatia, winning 5-4 in a penalty shootout. The match, held at the Stade de France in Saint-Denis, saw France dominate possession with 61.6% and attempt 28 shots, while Croatia managed only five.
Michael Olise opened the scoring for France in the 52nd minute, and Ousmane Dembélé added a second in the 80th minute, leveling the aggregate score. In the ensuing penalty shootout, French goalkeeper Mike Maignan made two crucial saves, and Dayot Upamecano converted the decisive penalty, propelling France to the Nations League Final Four.
This victory sets up a semi-final clash between France and Spain on June 5, 2025, in Stuttgart.
For highlights of the match, you can watch the following video: