Game Marked by Controversies and Confusion Decides the Semi-Finalists for Paris 2024 Olympics. Live football scores delivered straight to you only in BBscore MeusResultados.
In one of the most anticipated clashes of the Paris 2024 Olympics, France edged out Argentina 1-0 in the quarterfinals held in Bordeaux. The only goal of the match was scored by Jean-Philippe Mateta early on, securing France’s place in the semifinals of the men’s soccer tournament.
The match was characterized by tension and confusion. At the end of the game, a scuffle broke out between the teams due to racist chants directed at the French team by Argentine fans, stemming from Argentina’s Copa América victory in the US last month. The altercation began on the field and continued into the tunnel leading to the locker rooms.
The controversy started even before the whistle blew, with the Argentine national anthem being booed by the crowd. This situation had been seen in previous matches involving Argentina during the Olympics but was particularly pronounced in this decisive encounter.
With fervent support from the crowd at Matmut Atlantique Stadium, France took the lead early, with Mateta scoring a header in the 4th minute. Despite being behind, Argentina created several good chances through counter-attacks, but lacked accuracy in finishing.
In the second half, France adopted a more defensive approach, making it difficult for Argentina to mount effective attacks. Javier Mascherano’s team struggled to create clear goal-scoring opportunities. Olise did manage to score for France, but the goal was disallowed by VAR, heightening the tension in the final minutes. In stoppage time, Argentina attempted to equalize but failed to convert their chances. After the final whistle, the confusion among players resumed but was quickly brought under control.
France will now face Egypt in the semifinals, while the other semifinal match will be between Morocco and Spain.
