The first half proved disastrous for Les Bleus as they faced a resilient Senegal in their World Cup match. Despite ultimately securing a 3-1 victory, France’s performance in the initial 45 minutes raised concerns.
At halftime, the score remained 0-0, marking a particularly challenging period for Didier Deschamps’ side. According to statistics from Opta, France recorded just one shot on target in the first half, a record low since data tracking began in 1966.
During the halftime break, Deschamps provided the necessary motivation, enabling France to eventually dismantle the Senegalese defense in the second half.