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#1 France set up a huge game on Monday against Turkey

Didier Deschamps will want his side to finish top of the Group.

Even before the start of the game, France was second in Group H, behind Turkey on account of an inferior head-to-head record. An away win against Iceland was the need of the hour, which is why Didier Deschamps looked a little nervy as France struggled to break the home side in the first half.

Turkey was playing Albania in the other game of the group that was also 0-0 at the break. France had a chance to go clear at the top of the group after they took the lead in the 66th minute. However, there was an interesting twist.

Turkey took the lead against Albania in the 90th minute, through Cenk Tosun and went on to win the game. This means that France is still second in the group, but they do have an opportunity to change that come Monday.

Didier Deschamps’ side host Turkey at the Stade de France on October 14th. If France wins that, they will top the group and their qualification will be more or less secure. The World Cup holders will also be looking to avenge their 2-0 at the hands of Turkey earlier in the qualifications. Expect fireworks on Monday night.