On an eventful night in Brussels, the hosts missed a first half penalty whilst France saw Aurelian Tchouameni sent off for two bookable offences. However a brace from Randal Kolo Muani, who netted in either half including one from the penalty spot, proved decisive for France.
Belgium made the early running at the King Baudouin Stadium in Brussels as Lois Openda just failed to connect with a dangerous 15th minute Doku cross before RB Leipzig striker sent a subsequent shot flashing just wide.
Belgium started this match with a lot of pressure and they were awarded a penalty in the 22nd minute after VAR check ruled that William Saliba had fouled Openda in the box. However Youri Tielemans miscued his spot kick, the Villa midfielder’s effort flying over the bar.
France who broke the deadlock on 35 minutes – ironically from another penalty awarded after a lengthy VAR check.On what was an incident packed evening France were then reduced to 10 men when Tchouameni was sent off for a second bookable offence.
Belgium round off their League A Group 2 schedule next month with a home clash against Italy and a trip to Israel.
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