French defenders Jules Kounde and William Saliba received the highest ratings in the France vs. Belgium match in the Round of 16 at EURO 2024.

The clash between France and Belgium was incredibly tight, leaving little room for attacking players to make their mark. Consequently, goalkeepers and defenders took center stage.

Kounde and Saliba were the standout performers for France, both earning an 8 rating. Kounde impressed with his contributions both in defense and attack, while Saliba effectively neutralized Belgium’s offensive threats.

Goalkeeper Maignan, defender Theo Hernandez, and central midfielders Kante and Tchouameni each received a 7 rating. The only attacking player to achieve a 7 was captain Mbappe.

Center-back Upamecano and midfielder Rabiot were rated 6, while attackers Griezmann and Marcus Thuram received the lowest ratings of 5.

For Belgium, only goalkeeper Casteels and defenders Castagne and Faes earned a 7 rating. Vertonghen, who scored an own goal, was rated 6 as the own goal was not entirely his fault.

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Most of Belgium’s other players received average ratings of 5, including captain Kevin de Bruyne. Notably, striker Romelu Lukaku was rated 4. Aside from a powerful shot in the second half, he was largely invisible throughout the match.

Detailed ratings for France vs. Belgium:

France: Maignan – 7, Kounde – 8, Saliba – 8, Upamecano – 6, Hernandez – 7, Kante – 7, Tchouameni – 7, Rabiot – 6, Griezmann – 5, Thuram – 5 (Kolo Muani – 7), Mbappe – 7Belgium: Casteels – 7, Castagne – 7 (De Ketelaere – unrated), Faes – 7, Vertonghen – 6, Theate – 5, Onana – 5, De Bruyne – 5, Doku – 5, Openda – 5 (Mangala – 5), Carrasco – 5 (Lukébakio – unrated), Lukaku – 4