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Free-flowing France blew away in-form Switzerland with a three-goal first-half barrage en route to a thumping 5-2 World Cup Group E win.
France blasted two goals within 66 seconds as Olivier Giroud headed them into the lead after 17 minutes and Blaise Matuidi added a second almost straight from the restart, while Mathieu Valbuena got a breakaway third late in the half after Swiss keeper Diego Benaglio had earlier saved a Karim Benzema penalty.
Benzema added the fourth and his third of the tournament in the 67th minute and Moussa Sissoko came off the bench to complete the rout six minutes later before Blerim Dzemaili's free kick and a smart volley by Granit Xhaka made things look better for the Swiss.
So how did each player get on in the goal bonanza?
Click on the gallery below to find out.
Show all 22 1 /22Switzerland 2 France 5 player ratings Switzerland 2 France 5 player ratings Diego Benaglio Any afternoon in which you concede five goals at a World Cup is going to produce a low score but a fine penalty save prevents it from sinking too deep on the charts. 4
Switzerland 2 France 5 player ratings Stephen Lichtsteiner Ineffective and weak into the tackle, Lichsteiner struggled to deal with Benzema and Matuidi all evening. With both of them ultimately scoring, blame must fall at his door. 5
Switzerland 2 France 5 player ratings Ricardo Rodriguez Was tasked with containing both Valbuena and Sissoko but, with both players hitting the back of the net, it must be said that he ultimately failed in this task. Will be doing his best not to remember this game in a hurry. 5
Switzerland 2 France 5 player ratings Johan Djourou A poor challenge to give away the penalty, when coupled with a timid display in defence, inevitably summed up Switzerland’s night. 5
Switzerland 2 France 5 player ratings Steve Von Bergen Injured early into the game but looked decent until an eye-watering plight ended his evening. 6
Switzerland 2 France 5 player ratings Gokhan Inler Played some thoroughly decent balls through the French defence but was also guilty of a number of criminal lapses of concentration which cost the Swiss dearly. 6
Switzerland 2 France 5 player ratings Xherdan Shaqiri Was expected to achieve more this summer but was always going to struggle when faced with such a physically intimidating French side. Tried hard to squeeze into the gaps but France were up to any challenge which he posed. 6
Switzerland 2 France 5 player ratings Valon Behrami A threat on many occasions, and a tireless worker in the heart of Switzerland’s midfield, this was a decent display among the poor showings of his teammates. One of the few Swiss players to turn up. 7
Switzerland 2 France 5 player ratings Haris Seferovic Made no impact on the game and often hindered any Switzerland foray into the French half rather than aiding them. A poor day at the office. 5
Switzerland 2 France 5 player ratings Admir Mehmedi While doing very little on the wing, Mehmedi was forced to come into the central positions more often and actually put in a good shift in front of the defence. 6
Switzerland 2 France 5 player ratings Granit Xhaka An exquisite strike in the latter stages saved what was an otherwise poor display. Will have to improve in the next match if Ottmar Hitzfeld’s men are to progress. 6
Switzerland 2 France 5 player ratings Hugo Lloris Didn’t have much to do throughout but there was nothing to be done about either of Switzerland’s late goals, this was a decent outing for Tottenham Hotspur’s no. 1. Will be disappointed to have conceded twice nonetheless. 6
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Switzerland 2 France 5 player ratings Mathieu Debuchy Joined the Les Bleus attack on a few occasions and did his job competently at the back. 7
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Switzerland 2 France 5 player ratings Patrice Evra Was desperately unlucky not to score in the second half, after electing to use his left foot when his right may have been a better choice, but was defensively solid. A different player to the one we saw in 2010. 7
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Switzerland 2 France 5 player ratings Mamadou Sakho While inconsistent for Liverpool in the Premier League, Sakho is a different player in a France shirt. Already a cult hero after his goals had secured their place in this summer’s World Cup, displays like this won’t do his stock any harm at all. 7
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Switzerland 2 France 5 player ratings Raphael Varane The Real Madrid defender was superb when faced with the attacking flair of his Swiss opponents. Strong into the tackle and effective in the air, young aspiring centre-backs should watch Verane play more often. 7
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Switzerland 2 France 5 player ratings Blaise Matuidi A tricky customer at the best of times, the 27-year-old Paris Saint Germain player was real pest who Switzerland struggled to deal with throughout tonight’s clash. Defined France’s display with power and precision. 8
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Switzerland 2 France 5 player ratings Mathieu Valbuena Fully deserving of his goal, Valbuena continues to be an example to his peers. Powerful on the break – as well as showing patience when required – this was a masterful midfield performance. 8
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Switzerland 2 France 5 player ratings Yohan Cabaye A fine display from a player who has gone from strength to strength since his move to Paris Saint Germain. Now an essential player for the national side, Cabaye was superb once again. 7.5
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Switzerland 2 France 5 player ratings Moussa Sissoko While British audiences may be surprised to see the Newcastle United man in France’s starting eleven, Sissoko is an invaluable member of Didier Deschamp's side. He proved it yet again today and even got on the score sheet. 7
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Switzerland 2 France 5 player ratings Olivier Giroud Had a point to prove after announcing his displeasure at not starting France’s opening game and made it in style. A great, towering header gave him a perfect start to his World Cup. 8
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Switzerland 2 France 5 player ratings Karim Benzema Unlucky not to have got a hat-trick, after missing a penalty and falling foul to an ill-timed full-time whistle – the Real Madrid big man continues to prove his quality. Could even leave Brazil with the Golden Boot if this rich vein of form continues. 8.5
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