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Paris 2024 – Football: France-Egypt summary
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(France Televisions)
At the end of a tight match on Monday, the Blues managed to qualify for the final of the Olympic tournament, after extra time, thanks to a double from Jean-Philippe Mateta and a goal from Michael Olise (3-1 aet).
The gold medal at the tip of their feet. The French Olympic football team qualified for the tournament final after a narrow victory, three goals to one, against Egypt, on Monday, August 5. Although the Bleuets dominated the game, they were unable to open the scoring in the first half. On the hour mark, it was even the Egyptians who surprised the French by scoring the first goal of the game thanks to Mahmoud Saber.
The French team had to rely on their striker, Jean-Philippe Mateta, who took on the role of savior. The Crystal Palace player equalized by converting a pass from his former club teammate, Michael Olise. In extra time, Jean-Philippe Mateta took advantage of a header from Kiliann Sildillia to give the French the lead. With 11 against 10 after Omar Fayed was sent off for Egypt, the Blues managed the end of the match and scored a third goal thanks to Michael Olise, who was rewarded for his excellent performance. The French will face Spain in the final on Friday, August 9, at 6 p.m. at the Parc des Princes. La Rojita, who beat Morocco (2-1), also showed, with Fermin Lopez and Pau Cubarsi, that they were serious contenders for the gold medal.