Jean-Philippe Mateta’s goal in the fifth minute secured a 1-0 victory for France over Argentina, allowing them to advance to the semifinal of the men’s football competition at the Paris 2024 Olympics.
Despite a late goal by Michael Olise being disallowed due to a foul in the buildup, the host country maintained their composure through ten minutes of stoppage time to clinch the win.
France will now face Egypt in the semifinals on August 5, while Spain is set to play against Morocco in the other semifinal match.