The match between Belgium and France on Wednesday evening ended in a 0-0 draw. While the Belgian coach, Marc Wilmots, expressed dissatisfaction with the whistling during the French national anthem by Belgian supporters, the French coach, Didier Deschamps, responded by expressing regret over the incident. Deschamps emphasized the need for respect in sports, both on the pitch and in the stands.
Deschamps mentioned that during their stay in Brussels, the French team felt welcomed and treated with kindness and sympathy. He urged for mutual respect between the teams and their supporters. The exchange raises questions about the potential strain in relations between Belgium and France, although it remains to be seen whether this incident will escalate into a crisis.
