France defeats Italy to reach Paralympic football Euro final

The French Paralympic football team has qualified for the Euro final after defeating Italy 1-0 in the semifinals held in Strasbourg. Captain and goalscorer Frédéric Villeroux secured the victory during the second half of a highly contested match.

Following their success at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games, the team has experienced a surge in popularity and public interest. Villeroux noted that while stands were previously sparsely populated, the team now draws significant crowds.

France will face England in the final this Sunday in Strasbourg. During the group stages, France previously defeated England with a score of 4-1, though officials noted that the English team has shown improved offensive strength since that encounter.