Czechs fall to France comeback
Wednesday, March 29, 2006
Article summary
France 3-1 Czech Republic Luc Rabat's team recovered from falling behind to open their Elite round Group 3 campaign with a win.
Article body
France recovered from falling behind to open their UEFA European Under-17 Championship campaign with a win.
Second-half comeback
Having had a bye to the Elite round, France and the Czech Republic are in Group 3 in Turkey along with the holders and Denmark. Lukas Vacha struck after just five minutes to give the Czechs the lead, and it took France until the 55th minute to level through David N'Gog. Adel Taarabt gave Luc Rabat's side the advantage nine minutes later and Dominique Malonga converted a penalty late on to complete a fine win.
Friday fixtures
On Friday, the Czechs continue their campaign against Turkey, a game that follows France's encounter with Denmark.
