France's U20 Football Team Scores Comeback Victory Over Saudi Arabia in Maurice Revello Tournament
France's U20 team triumphs 2-1 against Saudi Arabia in the Maurice Revello tournament opener.
Key Points
- • France U20 team wins 2-1 against Saudi Arabia in Maurice Revello Tournament opener.
- • Elyaz Zidane scores the winning goal as Steve Ngoura equalizes with a penalty.
- • France struggled initially, conceding a goal early on but rallied in the second half.
- • Next match for France is against Mali on Friday in Avignon.
In a thrilling encounter at the opening match of the 51st Maurice Revello Tournament, France's U20 football team made a remarkable comeback to defeat Saudi Arabia 2-1 at the Parsemain stadium in Fos-sur-Mer. The match, held on June 3, 2025, showcased key performances and pivotal moments that defined the contest.
France began the match on a back foot, struggling defensively and conceding an early goal to Abdullah Radif in the 21st minute. Despite dominating possession, the French side faced several missed opportunities while Saudi Arabia's defense posed significant challenges. However, goalkeeper Bengui emerged as a savior, making crucial saves that kept France in contention.
The turning point came in the second half. France's Steve Ngoura leveled the score with a penalty in the 64th minute after being fouled inside the box. Just three minutes later, Elyaz Zidane, the youngest son of legendary player Zinédine Zidane, scored the winning goal following a corner kick, giving France a 2-1 lead.
As the match concluded, France held firm against a determined Saudi side that made a late push for an equalizer and nearly earned a penalty. The victory not only marks a positive start for France in the tournament but also sets the stage for their upcoming match against Mali, scheduled for Friday in Avignon. In a related match, Panama also secured a surprise 2-1 victory over Mali, making the tournament's opening day eventful for French football fans.