Football/France stumble in Iceland, Qualification hangs in the balance
The French national team conceded a frustrating 2-2 draw against Iceland, despite a second-half comeback. After overturning a deficit to lead 2-1, Les Bleus were pegged back by a late equaliser, a result that complicates their path to qualification.
The mood in the dressing room was one of regret. Christopher Nkunku pointed to a “lapse in concentration” after his team had fought back into the game.
Defender Jules Koundé blamed a “bad reflex” for his positioning error on Iceland’s crucial second goal.
While some refereeing decisions were questioned, the focus remains on the pitch. The French squad, still top of their group, knows it cannot afford another slip-up in its two final, decisive qualifying matches in November.
