UEFA Nations League: 3 reasons why France beat Germany

#2 Lucas Hernandez's deliveries into the box

Hernandez (no.21) provided the assist for Griezmann's equaliser - which set the tone for their comeback

Most of the plaudits for France's comeback here will go to goalscorer and match-winner Griezmann. After all, it's justified. But equally important not to forget that if not for Lucas Hernandez, Les Bleus would've probably had to settle for a point like they did during their draw in September.

Why? The 22-year-old was continually offering an additional attacking option down the left-hand side in a France team packed with quality. Playing on the same side as Matuidi, who won a contentious spot-kick, the pair maintained their discipline out of possession with Germany looking to exploit their early success through Thilo Kehrer and Sane.

He completed one tackle, made two interceptions and committed two fouls - which may not seem like much until you see how he performed further forward. His three key passes were only bettered by Griezmann (4) and Kroos (6) over the 90 minutes and if his attack-minded teammates were more sharp with a bit more power applied, he probably would have created more than one assist.

Olivier Giroud came close, as did Griezmann before latching onto a teasing ball swung into the box. The pace and accuracy was just enough for Griezmann, who still had a lot to do: flicking his header across goal and watching it loop over a helpless Manuel Neuer.