World Champion, Germany are aiming to reach another major tournament final as they face up against Euro 2016 host nation, France this Thursday. Keen on combining their recent world cup trophy with the Euro, Die Mannschaft's head coach, Joachim Low stated that his side will give their all to reach the final, which can only happen by defeating Les Bleus.

France striker, Olivier Giroud finally felt the affection of Les Blues fans following his two goals against Iceland which prompted questions, whether he was out to prove that they were not missing Real Madrid star, Karim Benzema.

Iceland's fairy tale in Euro 2016 finally see its ending as they were humbled by host nation France 5-2 with Arsenal striker, Olivier Giroud netting two goals. Having a good confidence level following their shock win over England, Iceland did look to cause some problems towards their opponent early on but Les Blues were ready for everything.

France (4-2-3-1) Lloris; Sagna, Koscielny, Umtiti, Evra; Pogba, Matuidi; Sissoko, Griezmann, Payet; Giroud. Iceland (4-4-2) Halldorsson; Saevarsson, Amason, R Sigurdsson, Skulason; Gudmundsson, Gunnarsson, G Sigurdsson, B Bjarnason; Sigthorsson, Bodvarsson.

Being one of the surprise package so far in Euro 2016, Iceland have gone far from being a plain underdog into an interesting side that are having strong confidence. Our Boys certainly not losing any of their beliefs this weekend as they face up against host nation, France as their joint coach, Lars Lagerback stated that his players must have that confidence of being able to beat Les Blues.

Host nation, France are determined to book a semifinal ticket fo Euro 2016 by eliminating one of the tournament's surprises, Iceland, this weekend. Les Blues' head coach, Didier Deschamps, acknowledge that his side can not underestimate their opponent, notably because Our Boys do have strong physical play that can hurt Paul Pogba and co.

Antoine Griezmann was the darling of France football once again following his two winning goals against Republic of Ireland in their recent last 16 match. That fine performance pretty much sparked questions regarding what position would be best for Griezmann and the Atletico Madrid man himself admitted that he is much comfortable playing as a striker.

Home nation, France got themselves through into the last eight of Euro 2016 after defeating Republic of Ireland 2-1 thanks to Antoine Griezmann's inspirational second half performance.

The teams France (4-3-3): Lloris; Sagna, Rami, Koscielny, Evra; Pogba, Kanté, Matuidi; Griezmann, Giroud, Payet. Subs: Mandanda, Cosil, Jallet, Cabaye, Gignac, Martial, Schneiderlin, Mangala, Digne, Sissoko, Coman, Umtiti.

Advancing into the Euro 2016 knock out stage after showing a spirited display against Italy seem to lift Republic Ireland's confidence as they are set to meet with host nation and favorite, France.

Playing in the last 16 of Euro 2016 against Republic of Ireland, home nation, France is expecting a much more exciting encounter compared to the matches they were playing during group stage.

France finally fulfilled their ambition in finishing top of their Euro 2016 group after picking up a goalless draw against Switzerland on Sunday. Les Blues changed several players for that game, though Didier Deschamps still put on a very strong squad in hope to beat their opponent.