Three goals in six minutes. France remains unbeaten, the tournament is over for the Netherlands
- France defeated the Netherlands 5–2, clinching top spot in Group D and securing a quarter-final matchup against Germany.
- Despite a promising start, the Netherlands were overtaken in midfield and defence, their exit confirmed by heavy defeats earlier in the tournament.
- Sandie Toletti opened the scoring for France in the 22nd minute, but Victoria Pelova quickly equalised and an own goal by Selma Bacha put the Dutch ahead at halftime.
- France blitzed back. Marie-Antoinette Katoto levelled in the 61st minute, followed by a brace from Delphine Cascarino—including a stunning long-range strike.
See the match report.
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