France U20 Held to Draw by Uruguay in Clairefontaine Friendly
In a tightly contested friendly encounter on Thursday, the France Under-20 team played out a 1-1 draw against Uruguay.
A notable feature of the match was the inclusion of Younès Kaabouni in the starting lineup, marking a significant milestone for the French international of Moroccan descent. This appearance represented Kaabouni’s first start for the France U20 side, highlighting his growing prominence within the national youth setup. Meanwhile, Enzo Crivelli was named among the substitutes but did not feature on the pitch.
Both teams showed promising displays, with the match reflecting the evenly matched nature of these two rising footballing nations. The encounter took place at the Clairefontaine National Football Centre, a renowned training ground known for nurturing future French talents.
Looking ahead, France U20 will return to action on Monday at 11 a.m. local time at the same venue, aiming to build on this performance and secure a positive result in their next fixture.
