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France cruise past Netherlands to qualify for Euros 

France striker Kylian Mbappe scored a brace as his team held off the Netherlands to qualify for next year's European Championship with two games to spare.

France striker Kylian Mbappe scored a brace as his team held off the Netherlands to qualify for next year’s European Championship with two games to spare.

In an impressive display, Kylian Mbappe led the way for France as they secured their place at Euro 2024. France maintained their flawless record in Group B of the European Championship qualifying campaign, notching their sixth consecutive victory.

Mbappe’s Double Delight

Kylian Mbappe made a significant impact, opening the scoring just seven minutes into the match in Amsterdam. He followed up with his second goal early in the second half, showcasing his prowess as a goal-scorer.

Late Effort by the Netherlands

Despite trailing, the Netherlands did not give up easily. Quilindschy Hartman managed to pull a goal back for the hosts with just seven minutes remaining, demonstrating their resilience.

France Qualifies for Euro 2024

France’s victory in this match solidified their qualification for Euro 2024. 

With a perfect record, they join other football powerhouses like Belgium, Portugal, and the host nation, Germany, in securing their place in the upcoming European Championship.

Netherlands and Greece in the Mix

The Netherlands, while performing well, currently sit in third place in Group B, trailing second-placed Greece by three points. 

Greece’s recent win against the Republic of Ireland dealt a blow to Ireland’s qualification hopes and added a layer of competitiveness to the group standings.

France’s exceptional performance, highlighted by Mbappe’s scoring prowess, underlines their strength as a football force. 

This victory paves the way for an exciting Euro 2024, with other formidable teams vying for supremacy in the tournament.

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