Germany's U17s could have been crowned European Champions in Bulgaria, but lost to France by a scoreline of 4-1. An opening goal from Reine Adeleide, a brace from Odsonne Edouard in the second half, and an unfortunate own goal by Gökhan Gül, lead to the ultimate demise of the U17s and their defence which had been solid throughout the whole tournament. Erdnic Karakas restored a bit of a hope as he scored in the 57th minute to pull a goal back for Germany. Germany had won all five of their games going into this evening's match, with Christian Wück's team not conceding a goal as they marched into the final. However, it wasn't to be for Germany, who missed the chance to clinch a second European title.
Wück switches up his starting eleven
After a successful semi-final win over Russia, Christian Wück wanted to bring fresh players into the starting line-up. Joel Abu Hanna and Erdinc Karakas, were brought back into the side as they led the defence. Previously suspended Mats Köhlert, playmaker Niklas Schmidt and striker Johannes Eggestein rejoined captain Felix Passlack in attack. Janni Serra, who scored the winner against Russia, was left on the bench.
Frommann with a huge save against Adelaide
France got off to a better start in Burgas, as leading scorer Odsonne Edouard caused several problems. There was a bit of uncertainty in the German back-line, as they struggled to get the game under control. Keeper Constantin Frommann needed to make a handful of stops in the first half. His best moment came right after the 25-minute mark as he stopped a one-on-one to keep the DFB-Team in the match.
After coming so close to conceding their first goal in the tournament, Germany started to pick up the pace offensively. Led by captain Felix Passlack, the team started to put pressure on France and had the best chance to go in front, but a long shot from Johannes Eggestein went just wide of the post.
France capitalise on missed chances
The game developed rapidly with chances at both ends of the pitch. After a low cross in the box from Johannes Eggestein, Schmidt missed an opportunity that was just about saved by France goalkeeper Luca Zidane. One minute later, the son of France legend Zinedine Zidane made an incredible stop from a Felix Passlack shot.
Seconds before the end of the first half, Germany were shocked as the great play on the wing from France finally paid off. Adelaide was left completely unmarked in the centre and managed to beat Frommann.
Karakas pulls one back
Once the half resumed, France continued to apply pressure. Another amazing stop by Frommann against Nanitamo Ikone was not enough, as Edouard followed up with the rebound to give France a 2-0 lead.
Down but not out, Germany responded immediately. After a free kick from Gül, Karakas gave the DFB-Team hope as he headed the ball in the net to only make it 2-1. From there on, the game got hectic as Felix Passlack forced another saved from keeper Zidane. At the other end, Frommann kept his team alive and was undoubtedly Germany's best player.
Sadly, it wasn't enough as Edouard scored his second goal of the game to make it 3-1 and put the result beyond doubt. An own goal from Gökhan Gül late on added to France's deserved victory.
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Germany's U17s could have been crowned European Champions in Bulgaria, but lost to France by a scoreline of 4-1. An opening goal from Reine Adeleide, a brace from Odsonne Edouard in the second half, and an unfortunate own goal by Gökhan Gül, lead to the ultimate demise of the U17s and their defence which had been solid throughout the whole tournament. Erdnic Karakas restored a bit of a hope as he scored in the 57th minute to pull a goal back for Germany. Germany had won all five of their games going into this evening's match, with Christian Wück's team not conceding a goal as they marched into the final. However, it wasn't to be for Germany, who missed the chance to clinch a second European title.
Wück switches up his starting eleven
After a successful semi-final win over Russia, Christian Wück wanted to bring fresh players into the starting line-up. Joel Abu Hanna and Erdinc Karakas, were brought back into the side as they led the defence. Previously suspended Mats Köhlert, playmaker Niklas Schmidt and striker Johannes Eggestein rejoined captain Felix Passlack in attack. Janni Serra, who scored the winner against Russia, was left on the bench.
Frommann with a huge save against Adelaide
France got off to a better start in Burgas, as leading scorer Odsonne Edouard caused several problems. There was a bit of uncertainty in the German back-line, as they struggled to get the game under control. Keeper Constantin Frommann needed to make a handful of stops in the first half. His best moment came right after the 25-minute mark as he stopped a one-on-one to keep the DFB-Team in the match.
After coming so close to conceding their first goal in the tournament, Germany started to pick up the pace offensively. Led by captain Felix Passlack, the team started to put pressure on France and had the best chance to go in front, but a long shot from Johannes Eggestein went just wide of the post.
France capitalise on missed chances
The game developed rapidly with chances at both ends of the pitch. After a low cross in the box from Johannes Eggestein, Schmidt missed an opportunity that was just about saved by France goalkeeper Luca Zidane. One minute later, the son of France legend Zinedine Zidane made an incredible stop from a Felix Passlack shot.
Seconds before the end of the first half, Germany were shocked as the great play on the wing from France finally paid off. Adelaide was left completely unmarked in the centre and managed to beat Frommann.
Karakas pulls one back
Once the half resumed, France continued to apply pressure. Another amazing stop by Frommann against Nanitamo Ikone was not enough, as Edouard followed up with the rebound to give France a 2-0 lead.
Down but not out, Germany responded immediately. After a free kick from Gül, Karakas gave the DFB-Team hope as he headed the ball in the net to only make it 2-1. From there on, the game got hectic as Felix Passlack forced another saved from keeper Zidane. At the other end, Frommann kept his team alive and was undoubtedly Germany's best player.
Sadly, it wasn't enough as Edouard scored his second goal of the game to make it 3-1 and put the result beyond doubt. An own goal from Gökhan Gül late on added to France's deserved victory.
