Michael Olise scored his first international hat-trick as France national football team secured a 3-1 victory over Northern Ireland national football team in Lille, marking a winning home farewell for manager Didier Deschamps.
After a closely contested first half, Olise broke the deadlock just before the interval, reacting quickest after a deflected effort fell into his path. The Bayern Munich winger doubled France's lead moments after the restart with a stunning strike from the edge of the area.
Northern Ireland, fielding a youthful side under Michael O'Neill, responded through Patrick Kelly, who finished from close range after good work by Shea Charles.
However, Olise completed his hat-trick in style, curling home from 20 yards to seal the win and send France into the World Cup on a high note.
France captain Kylian Mbappé had a goal ruled out and missed several chances as he continues his pursuit of the national team's all-time scoring record.
The victory was an emotional one for Deschamps, who took charge of his final home match after 14 years at the helm and will now turn his attention to leading France's World Cup campaign.
