France started their World Cup qualifying campaign in the worst way possible, crashing to a 3-1 defeat against an impressive Austrian side.
After disappointing as hosts at Euro 2008, the Austrians appeared ready to take revenge versus the French. A little bit of help was given in the 8th minute, with an own goal from Mexès.
Aufhauser then made it 2-0 in the 41st minute but when Sidney Govou scored one back for France on the hour mark, many expected that ‘les Bleus’ would at least secure a draw.
But the home side held on to their lead and even added a third to decide the clash. Ivanschitz made no mistakes from the penalty spot in the 72nd minute.
Austria and France form part of Group 7, with Lithuania, Serbia, Faroe Islands and Romania. The latter suffered a painful 3-0 defeat by Lithuania earlier today.
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