Iceland held France to a 2–2 draw in World Cup qualifying on 10 October, a result that underscored the visitors' profligacy despite dominant possession and chance creation. France's 4–2–3–1 setup generated 20 shots with 9 on target, accumulating 2.5 expected goals, yet Jean-Philippe Mateta and Christopher Nkunku could only convert twice. Iceland's compact 5–3–2 defensive shape limited the French to genuine opportunities, though the hosts' goalkeeper faced an xG conceded of 2.0 and made no saves above expected value. Iceland's own attacking threat remained modest—four shots, two on target, 0.82 xG—but their clinical finishing ensured parity. Referee Orel Grinfeeld oversaw a competitive encounter that exposed France's conversion issues despite overwhelming superiority in volume. This stalemate represents a significant dropped point for the favourites in Group D.