Match Argentine France 2023

Argentina vs. France – 2023 Match Review

On 10 June 2023, the Argentine and French national teams faced each other in a high‑profile friendly match at the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium in Madrid. The game drew global attention, not only because it was a reunion of the two squads that contested the 2022 FIFA World Cup final in Qatar, but also because both sides were eager to test their line‑ups ahead of the upcoming Nations League and continental tournaments.

Match Overview

Date: 10 June 2023
Venue: Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, Madrid
Competition: International friendly (pre‑tournament warm‑up)

The match ended in a 2‑2 draw, with Argentina taking an early lead before France equalised, only for the Argentine side to regain the advantage and finally secure the win with a late goal from a set‑piece.

Tactical Set‑Up

Argentina deployed a 4‑3‑3 formation, with a defensive midfielder shielding the back‑four and a high‑pressing midfield trio. The front line was anchored by the iconic Lionel Messi, supported by Lautaro Müller and Ángel Di Maria. The French squad, coached by Didier Deschamps, opted for a 4‑2‑3‑1 structure, emphasizing possession and fluid attacking movements. Kylian Mbappé led the front line, flanked by Ousmane Dembélé and Karim Benzema.

• Argentina’s midfield was tasked with breaking up French passes and launching quick counter‑attacks.
• France relied on a deep‑lying playmaker to orchestrate the build‑up and create space for the forwards.
• Both teams used a high defensive line to compress the midfield and force errors.

Key Moments & Highlights