France secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Argentina to advance to the semifinals of the 2024 Paris Olympics men’s football tournament.
Jean-Philippe Mateta’s brilliant near-post header off a corner delivered by Michael Olise proved to be the decider.
The win keeps France’s dream of winning gold on home soil alive, as they progress to the last four. The match was marked by a tense atmosphere, with a hostile reception for the Argentine team in Bordeaux, following the controversial 2024 Copa America encounter.
Despite the intensity, France’s victory was well-deserved, although they were denied a late second goal due to a foul. The match ended with a chaotic scene, requiring intervention from match officials and stewards to restore order.
In other Olympic football events, Spain and Morocco secured their spots in the semi-finals with commanding victories over Japan and the United States, respectively. The stage is set for an exciting showdown in the semi-finals, with France facing Egypt and Spain taking on Morocco.
