Today, we will find out which of the pair of France/Germany will challenge Spain in the semi-finals and come closer to winning the title. The Germans are historically the most successful team at the Euros, but this year they are not doing as well as a team of their quality would like. The French, on the other hand, are touted as a dark horse and earned respect when they beat defending champions England in their first match. They have yet to lose a point in the tournament. But Germany is a team not to be underestimated. Which players to focus on?
France vs. Germany
Germany - Jule Brand
It is fair to say that Germany has so far fallen short of expectations in the tournament. However, this does not apply to the performance of their star player, Jule Brand. She is the first ever winner of the Golden Girl award and a new signing for Lyon, where she is moving from Wolfsburg. At 23 years of age, that is quite an impressive list of destinations. Germany's first goal scorer at this year's tournament and the only player to score against Sweden. Two goals and two assists make her Germany's most valuable player at the Euros so far.
France - Delphine Cascarino
French star Delphine Cascario has the same balance of two goals and two assists. The only difference is that both of her goals came against the Netherlands and were scored in three minutes. A product of Lyon's academy, the player spent nearly a decade with the French club before moving to the NWSL with the San Diego Wave, should definitely be one to watch for the German defense.
