Russia 2018: France finish top ahead of Denmark in Group C

France secured first place ahead of Denmark in Group C on Tuesday following a 0-0 draw in Moscow that could set up a match with Nigeria in the last 16. Didier Deschamps’ side dominated possession but struggled to create any clear-cut chances against a determined Denmark, who will likely meet Croatia for a place in […]

France secured first place ahead of Denmark in Group C on Tuesday following a 0-0 draw in Moscow that could set up a match with Nigeria in the last 16.

Didier Deschamps’ side dominated possession but struggled to create any clear-cut chances against a determined Denmark, who will likely meet Croatia for a place in the quarter-finals.

France have scored just three times in three games in Russia, including a penalty and an own goal, and it was another disjointed display from one of the title favourites.

They will discover their opponents in the next round later on Tuesday, with Nigeria needing to avoid defeat in the hands of Argentina in Saint Petersburg to stand a chance of qualifying.

Deschamps rested captain Hugo Lloris and Paul Pogba, with the Manchester United midfielder a booking away from suspension, while Kylian Mbappe was also left out among six changes.