France
will host Germany in the second semifinal of European Championship tonight at Stade
Vélodrome.
Kick Off: 20:00
BST
Date: Thursday,
7th July, 2016
Venue: Stade
Vélodrome, Marseille
Referee:
Nicola Rizzoli (Italy)
Team News:
Germany
- Mario Gomez and Sami Khedira both are out for this game due to injury.
- Bastian Schweinsteiger is doubtful for this game, but is likely to return.
- Emre Can or Julian Weigl could partner Toni Kroos in the midfield.
- Thomas Muller could take the striking role in the absence of Gomez.
- Mats Hummels is unavailable due to suspension, Benedikt Höwedes expected to start inpalce of him.
France
- France have Adil Rami and N'Golo Kante back from their suspension. However, the first one is likely to start from the bench.
- Olivier Giroud is doubtful with a knee injury but is likely to start.
- Antoine Griezmann will continue on the supporting role behind striker as he has been impressive from the center attacking position.
Possible Lineups:

Stats:
- Germany have not lost any of their last six Euro games.
- France are unbeaten in their last five Euro games.
- France have won three of their last six meetings against Germany.
- Germany have conceded only one goal so far in Euro 2016.
Predictions:
Germany
1 – 2 France, another big game of the Euro 2016. The Frenchmen are likely to
beat the World Champions by scoring the winner in the extra time.
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