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France’s Triumph Over Argentina Sets Up Semi-Final Clash with Egypt

France’s remarkable journey in the 2024 Olympic football tournament continues as they secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory over their fierce rivals, Argentina. This win not only extended their unbeaten run in the tournament but also set up an exciting semi-final encounter with Egypt. This is France’s first semi-final appearance since 1984, and their ambition to win the Olympic gold on home soil remains strong.

Early Dominance and Mateta’s Crucial Header

A Quick Start

The match at the Matmut Atlantique began with an electrifying atmosphere, heightened by recent controversies between the two teams. France wasted no time in taking control, with Jean-Philippe Mateta easing the home crowd’s nerves with a perfectly placed header into the bottom corner. This early goal came from a meticulously delivered corner by Michael Olise, marking only the second first-half goal for France in the tournament.

Argentina’s Struggles

Argentina, caught off guard by France’s early dominance, struggled to find their rhythm. France’s relentless pressure exposed Argentina’s defensive vulnerabilities, but Les Bleus’ lack of clinical finishing kept the scoreline unchanged. Teenage goalkeeper Guillaume Restes had a relatively quiet first half-hour but was called into action to tip over a powerful long-range effort from Ezequiel Fernández. Giuliano Simeone’s missed header from close range added to Argentina’s woes in a disappointing first half.

France's Triumph Over Argentina
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A Tense Second Half

Argentina’s Response

Javier Mascherano’s side showed improvement in the second half, with a more organized and aggressive approach. An incident between Gerónimo Rulli and Mateta highlighted the growing intensity of the match. Despite Argentina’s efforts to gain control, France continued to look more dangerous, driven by their impressive form and home advantage.

Near Misses and Disallowed Goals

Mateta had another chance to double France’s lead in the 69th minute but failed to convert from a similar situation that led to his earlier goal. In the dying minutes, Michael Olise thought he had secured the victory with a second goal, but the referee disallowed it following a VAR review due to a foul in the build-up play by Maghnes Akliouche.

Defensive Mastery and a Historic Opportunity

France’s Defensive Superiority

Despite the disallowed goal, France maintained their defensive superiority, comfortably restricting Argentina and securing a fourth successive clean sheet. This formidable defensive display has been a cornerstone of their success in the tournament, showcasing their resilience and tactical discipline.

The Road Ahead

With this victory, France moves closer to becoming only the third host nation to win Olympic football gold since 1992. However, they must first overcome a strong and unbeaten Egyptian side in the semi-finals. Meanwhile, Argentina’s Olympic football struggles continue, having not won gold since the 2008 Beijing Olympics.

France's Triumph Over Argentina
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Conclusion: A Clash of Titans

The upcoming semi-final between France and Egypt promises to be a thrilling encounter. Both teams have shown exceptional form and resilience throughout the tournament. For France, the chance to win Olympic gold on home soil adds extra motivation, while Egypt aims to continue its historic run.

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