Euro 2024: Which players could be key for Austria vs France match?

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World Cup 2022 finalists France will be starting their Euro 2024 campaign on Monday night against Austria. Les Bleus are considered as one of the favorites to win this year's Euro.

They will be looking to start with a win and some players could become key in their endeavor. On the other hand, Austria also have a few amazing players that may make the job difficult for the France football team.

Kylian Mbappe

France’s most important player will be Kylian Mbappe, who scored a hattrick and single-handedly halted Argentina for 120 minutes and took them to the penalty shootouts. The top scorer for his nation and one of the most dangerous players in the tournament, he will be prepared to lead from the front and take advantage of any space offered by Austria.

Marcel Sabitzer

On the other hand, Marcel Sabitzer who was Austria's top scorer in the Euro 2024 qualifying round, contributed to six goals in seven matches. He will be faced with the job of getting Austria on the scoresheet in the match and is expected to be one of the most influential players for his nation.

Antoine Griezmann

Besides Mbappe, Antoine Griezmann could be another key player for France. The French midfielder who had a great season for Atletico Madrid last season will orchestrate the midfield and provide assists to the strikers. His ability to find the back of the net can also help France get on top of the game against Austria.

Michael Gregoritsch

Michael Gregoritsch is another center-forward for Austria who could be key for Austria against France. He appeared in 42 matches for SC Freiburg where he scored 12 times and assisted 6 times. He also has 15 goals and 6 assists for his nation so far. He will need to perform at the highest level to disrupt French defenders.