France defeated Northern Ireland 3–1 in an International Friendly on 8 June 2026, with the hosts dominating through superior shot volume and clinical finishing. France registered 27 shots, of which 5 found the target, while Northern Ireland managed just 4 shots with 2 on target, illustrating the gulf in attacking threat. France's 4–2–3–1 formation proved effective at controlling the match, though their goalkeeper faced relatively modest pressure and recorded a 40 per cent save rate. Northern Ireland's 3–4–2–1 setup offered limited attacking penetration, and despite two efforts on target, they could not sustain any meaningful threat to the French goal. The visitors' defensive structure ultimately proved insufficient against France's more incisive approach play. The result underscores France's superiority in a low-stakes friendly encounter.