France face Portugal in the Euro 2016 final having won last 10 matches between teams
but how do they compare man for man?
- France face Portugal in the European Championship final on Sunday night
- The Portuguese have not managed victory over the French since 1975
- Sportsmail examines which of the two teams is stronger on paper
With the nation's hopes resting on their shoulders, Euro 2016 hosts France meet Portugal in the tournament's finale on Sunday night.
The host nation go into the European Championship final against Cristiano Ronaldo and Co at the Stade de France having won the last 10 meetings between the two teams.
The recent results between the two European giants doesn't bode well for the Portuguese, with their last victory over the French coming in March, 1975.
Here, Sportsmail compares to the two teams man for man...
Cristiano Ronaldo (left) and Co are bidding to end their country's barren run of results against France
FRANCE
Hugo Lloris - 8
The Tottenham star has captained his country since Euro 2012 and has been in fine form in this tournament so far. Produced a brilliant save to deny Joshua Kimmich in the 2-0 semi-final win over Germany and seems to be getting better with age. Has conceded just four goals in the competition.
Bacary Sagna - 7
Former Arsenal right back Sagna isn't getting younger and at 33 years of age, this could be his last chance to experience major tournament final success with his nation. Has been consistent for the host nation and does the simple things with ease.
Laurent Koscielny - 8
Perhaps the best defender at this summer's tournament, Koscielny has had to make do without the injured Raphal Varane and the rotation of Adil Rami and Samuel Umtiti next to him. But he's coped well, leading from the back and is a threat from set-pieces at the other end.
Arsenal's Laurent Koscielny has established himself as one of Europe's top defenders this summer
Samuel Umtiti - 7
Only made his international debut against Iceland in the quarter-finals, Umtiti is beginning to show why Barcelona have agreed a £20.6million deal to sign him from Lyon. Only came into the side due to Rami's suspension but kept his place in the semi-final victory over Germany.
Patrice Evra - 7
A man who needs no introduction, the 35-year-old left back is still performing on the biggest stage despite nearing the end of his career. Evra has seen some of France's darkest days and his experience of big games with Manchester United means he's a hugely valued member of what is a relatively young French side.
Paul Pogba - 8
Had a slow start to the tournament but is beginning to show why Manchester United are willing to pay more than £100m to bring him back to Old Trafford. Scored a bullet header in the 5-2 victory over Iceland and showed great feet to play a part in France's second against Germany in the semis.
Paul Pogba (centre) has begun to show the form that made him one of the world's most coveted youngsters
Blaise Matuidi - 6
The engine room in midfield, Matuidi's will be tasked with helping to keep the likes of Ronaldo and Nani quiet on Sunday. Having spent his entire career in France, the box-to-box midfielder wears his heart on his sleeve and has been thoroughly impressive this summer. Has been linked with a move to Manchester United too, where he would undoubtedly dig in with tireless performances.
Moussa Sissoko - 6
Is expected to leave Newcastle following their relegation to the Championship, Sissoko has done little to show why he deserves to play for one of the Premier League's big guns. Possesses pace but is yet to produce the goods.
Antoine Griezmann - 9
Undoubtedly France's star man this summer, Griezmann is leading the Euro 2016 goalscoring charts with six goals. His brace in the 2-0 victory over the world champions secured Les Bleus' place in the final - and you'd back him to play a part in Sunday's finale.
Antoine Griezmann of France celebrates scoring his team's second goal against Germany in the semi-final
Dimitri Payet - 8
Had a poor performance against Germany but has been one of France's key men at this tournament. Scored a stunning winner against Romania in their Group A opener and added further goals against Albania and Iceland.
Olivier Giroud - 7
Has his critics but the Frenchman is proving his doubters wrong at this tournament. Has three goals, two of which came in that win against Iceland, but has led the line impressively for France. Puts a shift in and is a handful for defenders.
TOTAL: 81/110
France players celebrate in front of their fans after securing their place in the final of their home tournament
PORTUGAL
Rui Patricio - 6
Conceded five goals this tournament, three of which came in the Group F draw with Hungary. He is a handy shot-stopper but questionable when commanding his penalty box from set-pieces. Has Pepe ahead of him in defence, which makes his life a lot easier.
Cedric Soares - 6
Southampton man has made the most of his run in the team and put in impressive performances in France. Perhaps stronger on the attack, with his defending sometimes questionable, but Portugal have built from the back and he's part of that stubborn defence.
Pepe - 8
An injury doubt going into Sunday's final and fortunately for Portugal, Wales didn't make the most of his absence in the semi-final. Pepe, no stranger to a red card, has stayed away from controversy in France so far but will undoubtedly want to let the French know they're in for a tough ride.
Pepe has stayed away from controversy so far and remained a composed presence at the back
Bruno Alves - 6
The veteran defender came in for Pepe to partner Jose Fonte against Wales and impressed. The 34-year-old is coming to the end of his career and this could be his last tournament for Portugal, so he'll want to go out with a bang.
Raphael Guerreiro - 7
The left back, similar to Cedric Soares, is an attacking threat from the back and provides width for Portugal with Ronaldo and Nani playing more centrally. Will be in for long evening with Griezmann and Sissoko looking to get into pockets of space out wide.
Danilo Pereira - 7
Should Danilo Pereira start and play in the holding midfield berth, he'll provide a road block for their opponents. He breaks up the play beautifully while Renato Sanches and Joao Mario are the more technically-gifted players in the middle of the park.
Renato Sanches - 8
Sanches is an energetic box-to-box midfielder who plays with swagger and self-assurance. It's no coincidence he is considered Portugal's most exciting prospect since Ronaldo. The 18-year-old, who sealed his move to Bayern Munich prior to this tournament starting, scored in the win over Poland and is beginning to show why Europe's biggest clubs were after him.
Renato Sanches (left) has shown why he is considered Portugal's most exciting prospect since Ronaldo
Joao Mario - 7
The 23-year-old, who has been linked with Manchester United, is usually a central midfielder but has been deployed out wide by his country. Mario possesses pace and is an attacking threat and could be key to Portugal's counter-attacking against France. Missed a glorious chance to score against Wales.
Nani - 8
To the surprise of many, Nani has played as Portugal's main striker this summer despite naturally being a winger. But, even more surprisingly, it's actually worked for the Portuguese. The former Manchester United man has three goals and his role as the leading striker allows Ronaldo to drop off and pull the strings when needs be.
Former Manchester United man Nani has stepped up again for his country with three goals in five matches
Adrien Silva - 6
Born in France, Silva has just 14 caps for Portugal but has been a consistent performer in the heart of their midfield. Spent his entire professional career at Sporting Lisbon, he's expected to be chosen ahead of Joao Moutinho against the country of his birth.
Cristiano Ronaldo - 9
The 31-year-old has had a trophy-laden career at club level but lacks international silverware ‒ and this summer is perhaps his best chance to put that right. He showed how desperate he is to secure glory for his country in the victory over Wales. Ronaldo opened the scoring before providing the assist for their second against the Welsh - and producing the goods at the right time.
TOTAL: 78/110
Ronaldo now has the chance to finally end his country's long wait for a first major trophy
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