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Daniel Feliciano

Fans can't agree as Paul Pogba subbed during France draw with Hungary at Euro 2020

After a masterclass of a performance for France in their Euro 2020 opener against Germany, Paul Pogba couldn't help his side claim all three points against Hungary in game two.

Les Bleus dominated the first half, missing big chances before full-back Atilla Fiola gave the home side the lead during stoppage time. France eventually equalised through Antoine Griezmann in the second half but weren't able to break Hungary down and were held to a 1-1 draw in Budapest.

As the world champions pushed for a winner, the Manchester United midfielder was substituted with 15 minutes left as Didier Deschamps brought on Bayern Munich midfielder Corentin Tolisso to try and unlock the Hungarian defence.

United fans were mixed in their reaction as France ultimately failed to create any clear cut chances following the change, with some claiming that Pogba was deservedly hooked while others claimed that his passing ability could have been the difference between a win and a draw in the game.

The draw means France have picked up four points from their opening two games. With Portugal to play in the final game, the 'Group of Death' is still wide open.

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