France overcame the potentially difficult hurdle of an in-form Austria as they got their Euro 2024 campaign up and running with a 1-0 victory courtesy of an own goal, but talisman Kylian Mbappe suffered a worrying injury.

It proved a very mixed night for France’s captain Mbappe though as he was left still searching for his first goal in a European Championship and went off bloodied late on with a suspected broken nose.

Austria, with one defeat in their last 16 matches, stood their ground and went close through Christoph Baumgartner after 37 minutes but a minute later France struck when a brilliant piece of wing play by Mbappe took him to the byline and his cross was deflected into his own net by the head of Max Wober.

Mbappe, who has never scored a European Championship goal, looked certain to break that duck after 55 minutes but shot wide when clean through and, though Marcus Thuram and Ousmane Dembele also went close, the 2022 World Cup runners-up could not find a second and had to endure a few defensive scares before clinching the win.

Follow all the latest news and match action in our live blog below

Austria vs France LIVE: Latest Euro 2024 updates

• France defeat Austria 1-0 in Group D

• Kylian Mbappe leaves pitch covered in blood - taken to hospital with suspected broken nose

• 55’ CHANCE! Mbappe through on goal but skews wide (AUT 0-1 FRA)

• 37’ OWN GOAL! Mbappe cross deflects in off Wober as France take lead (AUT 0-1 FRA)

• 35’ CHANCE! Baumgartner denied by Maignan as Austria go close (AUT 0-0 FRA)

Austria 0 - 1 France

Read Miguel Delaney’s report, from Dusseldorf:

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It was as a gallant but defeated Austria pressed that a certain push-and-pull became all the clearer with this French team. They are a side that obstinately waits for the opposition, as everyone watching on waits for their great star to do something.

That sense has only been amplified in the last week, with how Kylian Mbappe made himself the main headline of Euro 2024 as well as the main event in how he spoke out about the “importance” of the French elections. It wasn’t quite a signature performance to follow but it did have a significant impact.

In an obdurate 1-0 win over Austria, Mbappe forced the only goal with a cross that deflected in off Maximilian Wöber’s head. He then wasted a huge opportunity with one uncharacteristic miss from a one-on-one before getting booked for time-wasting after suffering what looked like a broken nose. He was then booed off by Austrian fans rather than roared off in the way he has maybe become accustomed.

Full report below:

Kylian Mbappe produces moment of magic, but suffers Euro 2024-defining blow

LATEST: Mbappe taken to hospital

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The France star has gone to hospital in Dusseldorf but contrary to earlier reports, he does not require surgery on his nose!

Roy Keane blasts Kylian Mbappe after bloody nose incident: ‘This is out of order’

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Roy Keane insisted Kylian Mbappe was “out of order” after re-entering the pitch and sitting down immediately at the end of France’s Euro 2024 win against Austria.

The France captain, who created the only goal of the game which gave France a winning start to the tournament in Dusseldorf, was left covered in blood after his head hit the shoulder of Austria defender Kevin Danso following a challenge in the air.

Full piece below:

Roy Keane blasts Kylian Mbappe after bloody nose incident: ‘This is out of order’

VIDEO: Kylian Mbappe leaves France game covered in blood

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Roy Keane on Mbappe’s yellow card:

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“He’s gone back on the pitch but just sitting, this is out of order. To go back on and sit on the pitch, he deserved that yellow card - don’t like to see that!”

Kylian Mbappe left covered in blood following brutal injury in Euro 2024 match

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France captain Kylian Mbappe was left covered in blood after suffering a burst nose in his country’s Euro 2024 opener against Austria.

Mbappe sustained the injury challenging for a header in the penalty box when he collided with the shoulder of Austria defender Kevin Danso.

Mbappe’s nose started bleeding and received medical attention after play was stopped, with his white shirt stained in blood.

Kylian Mbappe left covered in blood following brutal injury in Euro 2024 match

FULL--TIME: Austria 0-1 France!

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The Austrians drop to the floor after the effort they’ve put in - but it’s victory for France in their opening game!

Max Wober’s own-goal in the first-half was what split the teams, god knows how France didn’t score at least a few more!

It was a terrific contest, where Austria gave it a good go, and there will be concern for France about their talisman Kylian Mbappe, who went off with what looked like a broken nose late on!

Austria 0-1 France

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90+9 mins: France clear... and that should be enough!

Austria 0-1 France

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90+8 mins: Late corner for Austria, who are pushing!

Huge noise inside the stadium - can they?!

Austria 0-1 France

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90+7 mins: How has Giroud missed?!

Brilliant from Kolo Muani who beats his man, but Giroud air-kicks with his right foot!

Austria 0-1 France

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90+6 mins: Sabitzer looking for a free-kick as the ball ricochets off Kounde’s arm from a cross, but it’s by his side...

Final few minutes now, can Austria muster any chance at all?

Austria 0-1 France

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90+4 mins: Danso in the book for a cynical trip on Giroud.

As simple a yellow as they come..

Austria 0-1 France

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90 mins: Meanwhile, nine minutes of added time at the end of this game.

Can Austria find an equaliser?

Austria 0-1 France

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90 mins: Comical stuff here!

Mbappe has come back onto the pitch, with France not allowed to make the subs at the last break in play, and goes straight down!

And the referee is booking Mbappe for coming on without permission!

He now comes off for Olivier Giroud, while Fofana comes on for Griezmann!

Looks like it could be a broken nose for Mbappe, jeez...

Austria 0-1 France

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89 mins: Mbappe is going to come off here - that nose will hurt in the morning!

Austria make a change: Mwene OFF, Prass ON.

Austria 0-1 France

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86 mins: Austria almost get away on the break but N’Golo Kante - who has been outstanding tonight - nullifies Patrick Wimmer and gets a foot in!

At the other end, Mbappe is down and there’s a lot of blood on his face after colliding with Danso, going for the ball in the air!

A bloody nose for the France captain, who’ll need a change of shirt!

Austria 0-1 France

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84 mins: Austria’s Konrad Laimer in the book, upending Mbappe just outside the box - looks like a scratch to the face.

Griezmann’s ball in his poor though...

Austria 0-1 France

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83 mins: Beautiful link-up play down the left between Mbappe and Camavinga, who sets up Thuram but he can only shoot straight at the keeper!

Tense finale upcoming for the French if they can’t kill the game off!

Austria 0-1 France

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79 mins: Austria attacker Christoph Baumgartner and France keeper Mike Maignan collide on the floor as they clash for the ball, with both down in the box as Maignan collected.

Baumgartner has to go for the ball but receives a yellow card, as he goes forwards with his foot.

Bit hash in my opinion!

Austria 0-1 France

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73 mins: So wasteful from Thuram!

He’s in the box up against a defender and after about four step-overs, he slices his shot waywardly wide!

Griezmann, in plenty of space on the right, not very impressed with his team-mate...

And still Austria are in this!

Austria 0-1 France

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71 mins: Double change for France - Dembele and Rabiot OFF, with Camavinga and Kolo Muani ON.

Austria 0-1 France

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67 mins: It’s Marcus Thuram with the chance this time but his shot from a tight angle is well saved by Pentz in goal!

France dominant now...

Austria 0-1 France

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66 mins: Double chance for France!

Mbappe plays in Hernandez down the left but his cross just misses Griezmann coming in! Seconds later, Kounde is set up in the box but his goalbound shot is blocked!

France getting closer to a second here - but they haven’t yet killed this game off!

Austria 0-1 France

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64 mins: Ousmane Dembele cuts in from the right on his left foot but his shot balloons over the bar!

Space opening up now for France in attack, as Austria look to find an equaliser...

Austria 0-1 France

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62 mins: Sabitzer looking for a penalty in a collision with Saliba in the box but the Austria skipper is looking for it - no penalty given and rightly so!

Austria 0-1 France

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60 mins: Austria make a triple change: Wober, Grillitsch, Gregoritsch OUT - Arnautovic, Trauner, Wimmer In.

Yes that is ex-West Ham and Stoke player Marko Arnautović, coming on for his 113th Austrian cap!

Austria 0-1 France

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56 mins: Dembele in the book - harshly - for a shove on the far side.

Can Austria capitalise now after that Mbappe miss?!

Austria 0-1 France

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55 mins: Mbappe misses a SITTER!

The France captain gets away from the Austria defence and is through on goal, but somehow curls the ball wide of the post!

Mbappe’s wait for a goal at the European Championships continues! He smiles in disbelief!

Austria 0-1 France

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54 mins: Mbappe feeds Thuram over the top but the France forward opts not to attack the penalty area and looks back, with the move breaking down.

Strange choice...

Austria 0-1 France

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49 mins: Austria right back Stefan Posch has a crack from long range but leaning back it sails harmlessly over the bar!

Austria 0-1 France

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47 mins: Max Wober has been a man involved so far!

On a booking, the Austria defender shoves Griezmann into the advertising board around the pitch and there is a cut on the Frenchman’s forehead!

Griezmann not happy, as he leaves the pitch to get cleaned up!

SECOND-HALF: Austria 0-1 France

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45 mins: We’re back underway in Dusseldorf - no changes at the break!

Austria 0-1 France

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Feisty start to this Group D encounter!

HALF-TIME: Austria 0-1 France

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Really good game this!

France lead at the break after that own-goal from Austria defender Max Wober but Ralf Rangnick’s team have given a good account of themselves so far.

Yet the French’s sheer pace in attack has been fierce at times - and they deservedly lead in Dusseldorf!

Austria 0-1 France

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45 mins: Oh, good chance for Mbappe wasted!

Griezmann plays a lovely, lofted through ball to the France captain but his first touch lets him down, allowing Austria goalkeeper Pentz to pounce!

Think Austria will want half-time here...

Austria 0-1 France

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43 mins: Good response from Austria to going behind, but they can’t fathom something after winning a corner on the far side.

Austria 0-1 France

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Here’s that France opener:

GOAL! Austria 0-1 France (Wober OG’ 38)

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38 mins: A few minutes after Austria miss their golden chance, France take the lead!

Austria are clumsy not to clear at the back and Kylian Mbappe makes the difference! He crosses in after beating his man down the right and Maximilian Wöber is the unlucky man to head the ball into the far corner of his own net!

Fortunate for France, desperate for Austria! The favourites lead...

Austria 0-0 France

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36 mins: Huge chance for Austria squandered!

Captain Marcel Sabitzer cushions the ball perfectly from a cross out wide, playing in Christoph Baumgartner on goal but he can’t lift the ball up and beyond Mike Maignan - who saves impressively!

And Baumgartner looks to the sky - what a moment that was!

Austria 0-0 France

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34 mins: Ousmane Dembele just too quick for Austria left back Phillipp Mwene on the byline - and the defender is the second man in the book!

Griezmann over the free-kick again... but again he can’t make it count and Austria clear at the near post!

Austria 0-0 France

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31 mins: France forward Marcus Thuram down on the floor after being bodychecked by Austria defender Kevin Danso.

Nothing wrong with that in my opinion - Danso held his ground - and the referee agrees.

Game has just gone a bit stagnant in the last 10 minutes or so.

Austria 0-0 France

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27 mins: Bit better from Austria in the last five minutes, which just a few glimpses of their attacking talent.

However, getting through this imposing French defence and midfield may well be tricky!

Austria 0-0 France

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22 mins: Austria playmaker Florian Grillitsch is down at the moment, with the physio on the pitch to attend to him.

I think it was a challenge with Mbappe which caused what looks to be a dead-leg. He’s OK to continue it seems...

Austria 0-0 France

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19 mins: Wasteful from Griezmann!

Rabiot pounces in midfield but Griezmann goes solo in the box and his shot is blocked, with Dembele speeding down the wing outside him!

Austria 0-0 France

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17 mins: Austria centre-back Maximilian Wober the first name in the book for a rough challenge on Ousmane Dembele just outside the box!

No complaints can be had!

Yet Griezmann again can’t take advantage, with his cross in comfortable for keeper Pentz.

France on top, with Austria keen to be physical early on!

Austria 0-0 France

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13 mins: Hernandez is such a threat down the left for France!

He’s played in on the left-side of the box and his cross is aching for a touch - but no-one is there to tap it in!

Austria need to nullify that threat a tad quicker here... Ralf Rangnick’s team are pressing pretty high early on, which is leaving plenty of space for France if they can beat the Austrian press!

Austria 0-0 France

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9 mins: First chance for Kylian Mbappe!

Hernandez plays in the French captain down the left and with the angle tight, Pentz makes a good save at his near post as the ball clatters off him and into the side-netting!

Early-let off for Austria, as their keeper collects from the subsequent corner...

Austria 0-0 France

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6 mins: Antoine Griezmann actually opts to cross but its comfortably cleared by Austria.

Austria 0-0 France

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4 mins: France left back Theo Hernandez upended outside the penalty area after a storming run from left back!

Early shooting chance for France here...

KICK-OFF!

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With France in their white away shirts and Austria in home red, we’re underway under the lights in Dusseldorf!

A reminder of the teams!

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Austria: Pentz; Posch, Wober, Danso, Mwene; Laimer, Seiwald; Grillitsch, Sabitzer, Baumgartner; Gregoritsch

France: Maignan; Koundé, Saliba, Upamecano, Hernández; Griezmann, Kanté, Rabiot; Dembélé, Thuram, Mbappé

Teams are out!

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Terrific atmosphere in Dusseldorf for this Group D clash!

Now time for the Austrian and French national anthems!

Austria vs France LIVE: Latest Euro 2024 updates

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We’re just 10 minutes from kick-off in Dusseldorf!

William Saliba starts for France today!

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The Arsenal centre-back hasn’t always been the No 1 option for Didier Deschamps - but he is tonight as he partners Dayot Upamecano at the back!

Kylian Mbappe is France’s main man at the Euros - but he won’t be at the Olympics

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Real Madrid have insisted Mbappe won’t be able to play in Paris:

“My club’s position was very clear, so from that moment on, I think I won’t be taking part in the Games,” said Mbappe.

“I understand that. I’m joining a new team in September, so it’s not the best way to start an adventure.

“Now I think I’m going to wish this French team all the best. I’m going to watch every game. I hope they’ll bring home the gold medal.”

Fans of both teams mixing in Dusseldorf!

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Kick-off is just 30 minutes away now!

Austria vs France LIVE: Latest Euro 2024 updates

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When is Austria vs France

The fixture will kick off at 8pm BST on Monday 17 June at the Dusseldorf Arena.

What TV channel is it on?

Austria vs France will be shown live on ITV 1 and ITV X, with coverage following the earlier game between Belgium and Slovakia. You can find a full list of which channel is showing each match here.

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FULL-TIME: Belgium 0-1 Slovakia

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The first shock of Euro 2024!

Follow all the reaction here:

Belgium vs Slovakia LIVE: Euro 2024 latest score and goal updates

TEAM NEWS!

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Here are the confirmed line-ups for today’s clash in Dusseldorf:

Austria: Pentz; Posch, Wober, Danso, Mwene; Laimer, Seiwald; Grillitsch, Sabitzer, Baumgartner; Gregoritsch

France: Maignan; Koundé, Saliba, Upamecano, Hernández; Griezmann, Kanté, Rabiot; Dembélé, Thuram, Mbappé

Austria coach Ralf Rangnick on their Euro 2024 opener:

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“With France we might have the strongest opponents of all right at the start [of the tournament]. They are the absolute favourites for the title, not only at this EURO, but also in two years at the World Cup.

“France surely must be the nation with the highest quality. Even if the starting XI are injured, the 11 substitutes are not much weaker. So the first match will be a huge challenge.

“Afterwards, we’ll see. We’ll only know our next opponents in March after the play-off games. And then the third match is against the Netherlands.

“If you want to get through that group, you’ll need at least four, but maybe even five or six points, and we’re aware of that situation.”

75 mins - LATEST: Belgium 0-1 Slovakia

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Follow all the action from Frankfurt LIVE here:

Belgium vs Slovakia LIVE: Euro 2024 latest score and goal updates

France boss Didier Deschamps on William Saliba:

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“William is one of the very best defenders in the Premier League. I want him to do what he does very well at Arsenal. He had a very, very good season.

“He played many matches, especially with his partner Gabriel, and they were a fundamental part of what Arsenal did this season, particularly in the defensive aspect.

“With us, he has not had the same playing time. There are automatisms which develop through playing matches together. You have repetition and understanding.

“With a national team, we always have so little time, but now they have the possibility of living together for a few weeks and that is even better.”

Will Saliba start tonight?

Where does France’s 2024 kit rank?!

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Euro 2024 kits: Every shirt ranked and rated

HALF-TIME - LATEST: Belgium 0-1 Slovakia

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Follow all the action from Frankfurt LIVE here:

Belgium vs Slovakia LIVE: Euro 2024 latest score and goal updates

What happened in the other Group D fixture?

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The Netherlands snatched a late win against Poland yesterday - here’s Rich Jolly’s match report:

Weghorst’s perfect timing to reprise his role as Netherlands’ tournament super sub

Kylian Mbappe urges youth to vote against ‘extremes’ in French elections

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Some fascinating words from France’s captain last night...

Kylian Mbappe urges youth to vote against ‘extremes’ in French elections

Is Austria vs France on TV? Channel, start time and how to watch Euro 2024 fixture online tonight

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France kick off their Euro 2024 campaign against Austria as tournament favourites in their Group D opener in Dusseldorf.

Les Bleues were stunned in the last-16 by Switzerland at Euro 2020 before going on to reach the World Cup final in Qatar to continue their impressive recent record at major tournaments under Didier Deschamps.

Kylian Mbappe will be looking to score his first goal at the Euros after shining at the 2018 and 2022 World Cups - the new Real Madrid forward missed the decisive penalty as France were knocked out three years ago.

France’s strength and depth and tournament record should see them progress from a tricky Group D, which includes the Netherlands and Poland, but Austria have been transformed under Ralf Rangnick and are ones to watch.

Here’s everything you need to know ahead of the Group D fixture.

Belgium vs Slovakia LIVE: Euro 2024 latest score and goal updates

Austria vs France LIVE: Latest Euro 2024 updates

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Predicted line-ups

Austria: Pentz; Posch, Lienhart, Trauner, Mwene; Laimer, Seiwald; Wimmer, Sabitzer, Baumgartner; Gregoritsch

France: Maignan; Koundé, Saliba, Upamecano, Hernández; Griezmann, Kanté, Rabiot; Dembélé, Thuram, Mbappé

Austria vs France LIVE: Latest Euro 2024 updates

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What is the team news?

France head coach Didier Deschamps has an abundance of options at his disposal. The big questions surround whether he opts for Arsenal’s William Saliba or Liverpool’s Ibrahim Konate alongside Dayot Upamecano in defence, whether Adrian Rabiot is selected alongside N’Golo Kante and Antoine Griezmann in midfield, and if Marcus Thuram starts up front alongside Kylian Mbappe and Ousmane Dembele.

Austria have been hit by a couple of injury blows ahead of the Euros, with David Alaba sidelined for the tournament. The Real Madrid defender is with the squad as a travelling captain, while Xaver Schlager was ruled out as well. In midfield, Konrad Laimer and Marcel Sabitzer will run the engine room.

Austria vs France LIVE: Latest Euro 2024 updates

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When is Austria vs France

The fixture will kick off at 8pm BST on Monday 17 June at the Dusseldorf Arena.

What TV channel is it on?

Austria vs France will be shown live on ITV 1 and ITV X, with coverage following the earlier game between Belgium and Slovakia. You can find a full list of which channel is showing each match here.

If you’re travelling abroad and want to watch major sporting events, you might need a VPN to unblock your streaming app. Our VPN round-up is here to help and includes deals on VPNs in the market. Viewers using a VPN need to make sure that they comply with any local regulations where they are, and also with the terms of their service provider.

Good evening

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France get their Euro 2024 campaign underway in Group D with a tantilising match versus Austria. Les Bleus are hotly tipped as one of the favourites to win this tournament having finished second in the 2022 World Cup in Qatar with a very similar squad at their disposal.

Manager Didier Deschamps takes charge of his sixth major tournament with France and should he lead France to glory in Germany, he will become only the second person to win a European Championship as both a player and a manager – a feat he has already achieved with the World Cup following France’s 2018 triumph.

However, France face an interesting team for their opening match in Ralf Rangnick’s Austria. On the back of an impressive qualifying campaign that saw them finish second behind Belgium, the Austrians favour a high pressing game with pace in transition.

Follow all the latest news and match action in our live blog below, as well as the build-up to the next match between Austria and France: