France will take on Spain in an eagerly anticipated Euro 2024 semifinal showdown on Tuesday. Les Bleus drew 0-0 with Portugal in the last round, but they won the subsequent penalty shootout. They have only conceded one goal in five games so far at this tournament, despite facing some of the world’s most dangerous forwards.

However, France’s attackers have struggled at the Euros. Kylian Mbappé has only scored once, while Antoine Griezmann, Randal Kolo Muani, Ousmane Dembélé, and Marcus Thuram have not yet found the back of the net. The sportsbooks have responded by installing France as a +275 outsider in the Euro futures odds, and Les Bleus are also underdogs for this semifinal clash with Spain, so they will need to raise their game on Tuesday.

France’s odds to win Euro 2024

• France’s odds to win the Euro:
• France’s odds to reach the final:

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How to bet on France

Online soccer betting sites are offering a wide range of futures and other options for wagering on Euro 2024, including every game featuring Didier Deschamps’ team. These are the key options to consider:

To reach the final

Some sportsbooks are offering odds of on France reaching the final. Alternatively, you can bet on France to reach the semifinals or the quarterfinals, but the odds are less attractive.

Another popular bet is “stage of elimination.” Bet365 is offering +350 on France to be knocked out at the semifinal stage, which is interesting, as France could end up facing England in the semis.

Top goalscorer

Mbappé was the top goalscorer at the 2022 World Cup. He fired in eight goals in just seven games. That included a famous hat trick in the final against Argentina, which France ultimately lost on penalties. You can bet on him ending Euro 2024 as the top scorer, although he faces competition from England’s Harry Kane.

Moneyline

This is a straightforward bet on France to win a game. Les Bleus are the clear favorites to win their group stage matches. For example, they have odds of to beat Austria in their opening game. If you want longer odds, you will need to specify the way in which France will win the game. For those learning how to bet on soccer, here are some possible alternatives:

• Win to nil: Bet on France to win without conceding a goal.
• Correct score: Predict the exact score at the end of the game.
• Halftime/full time: Wager on France to win at halftime and full time.
• Same-game parlay: Options include France to win and over 2.5 goals, or France to win and Mbappé to score.

Spread (handicap)

France will be given a handicap, and you can then bet on whether France will cover the spread. For example, France is against Austria in its first game of Euro 2024.

Goal markets

Examples include both teams to score, total goals (over/under), and team totals (over/under). Same-game parlays are also popular, such as both teams to score and over 2.5 goals.

Props

Mbappé to score at any time will be a popular prop bet this summer. Alternatively, you can bet on Mbappé to score first, to score last, to score two or more goals, or to score a hat trick. Another interesting option is total corners, as France often dominates possession, and its wingers tend to win a lot of corners.

France live betting

You can place in-play bets on every game involving France. The odds on wagers such as the moneyline, draw no bet, total goals, both teams to score, spreads, and props will update rapidly as the game unfolds.

France’s potential path to victory

France finished second in their group, so they ended up facing Belgium in a tricky Round of 16 clash. However, they picked up a 1-0 win, before beating Portugal on penalties in the quarterfinals. They will now face Spain in the semifinals. If they win that game, they will take on either England or the Netherlands in Sunday’s final.

France group stage fixtures

France beat the Netherlands home and away during the qualifying campaign, and it also has a vastly superior squad to Austria in world rankings.

• Austria vs. France (3 p.m. ET on June 17)
• Netherlands vs. France (12 p.m. ET on June 21)
• France vs. Poland (12 p.m. ET on June 25)

Why France could win Euro 2024

France is currently No. 2 in the FIFA world rankings, behind only Argentina. That reflects the team’s strong recent record in major tournaments. The defense is rock solid, the midfield blends steel with flair, and Mbappé and Antoine Griezmann can wreak havoc in attack. France also boasts remarkable strength in depth if it faces any injury problems as the tournament unfolds.

What could stop France from winning Euro 2024?

Infighting. France flopped at the last European Championship after fierce arguments broke out among the players and their families. Harmony was restored at the 2021 UEFA Nations League and the 2022 World Cup, but there is always the danger that simmering tensions will erupt again.

Key player: Kylian Mbappé

Mbappé has already scored 46 goals in 76 games for France. He has been the top scorer in Ligue 1 in each of the past five seasons, and he has the pace, dynamism, and finishing ability to rip opposition defenses to shreds this summer. See the rest of France’s squad for Euro 2024 here.

How has France performed in past Euros?

France won the Euros in 1984 and 2000. It was the runner-up in 2016, losing to Portugal in the final, but it crashed out at the Round of 16 in the most recent European Championship. France will now aim to win a third title this summer, which would move it level with Italy and Spain as the most successful teams in the competition’s history.

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