Olympic Soccer 2024 Picks: Best Bets for France vs Argentina 8/2

France vs Argentina Match Information

• Match: France (3-0-0) vs Argentina (2-0-1)
• Location: Matmut Atlantique, Bordeaux, France
• Day/Time: Friday, August 2, 3 p.m. ET
• France vs Argentina Live Stream: Fox, FuboTV

France vs Argentina Odds and Spreads

Host France, are one of only two teams in the men’s draw to have won all three of their group matches with Thierry Henry performing well in his role as head coach.

Argentina, meanwhile, have had to bounce back from an opening controversial defeat to Morocco to qualify for the knockout rounds. Despite winning their last two matches, they could only qualify as Group B runners-up, which is why this blockbuster tie is happening now.

Les Bleus will be meeting Argentina for the first time at this level. France are hoping to book their semifinals tickets for the first time since 1984.

Henry will once again put his faith in Bayern Munich’s winger Michael Olise, former Arsenal star Alexandre Lacazette and Sevilla’s Loic Balde.

France enters this clash as slight favorites at a -123 Olympics soccer betting line. You can watch the game on FOX or stream it on FuboTV on Friday, Aug. 2 at 3 p.m. ET.

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France vs Argentina Betting Trends

• Argentina were beaten in the group stage by Morocco 2-1.
• France are yet to concede a goal at the 2024 Olympics.
• Argentina have only conceded more than one goal in one of their last four outings.
• France have scored 15 goals and conceded only one in their last five matches across all competitions.
• Les Bleus have participated in the Men’s Olympic Football Tournament 13 times.
• France have won two medals so far in the history of the competition: gold in 1984 and silver in 1990.
• Argentina have won four medals: two gold (2004, 2008) and two silver (1928, 1996).

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Bet on Goals in France vs Argentina

France averaged seven shots on target across their three group games, while Argentina averaged over five, so expect both keepers to be busy.

Olympic hosts France emulated Japan as just one of two teams to win all three of their group matches in the men’s football tournament, scoring seven goals and keeping three clean sheets in a row.

This match has the potential to be very heated both on and off the pitch due to the recent controversy surrounding the Argentinian side and a chant their players made towards the French players.

While France had the luxury of resting some of their top stars in midweek, Argentina’s notable names were not afforded such respite due to their volatile group standing and fatigue may be evident for the South Americans here.

A titanic battle can be expected regardless, one where Henry’s men ought to lose their perfect defensive record, but the hosts still have our backing to march on to the semifinals.

France could dominate and win this clash in regular time, so if you’re looking for a great online betting value, you should combine France’s moneyline with both teams to score at +350.

Prop Bets: Jean-Phillipe Mateta to Shine for France

Crystal Palace striker Jean-Phillipe Mateta opened the scoring for the French in the 19th minute and two goals inside the final 20 minutes from Desire Doue and Arnaud Kalimuendo wrapped up an easy victory for the Olympic hosts against New Zealand.

Mateta should once again start for the hosts and find the back of the net. Another player to watch is new Bayern Munich recruit Michael Olise, who has registered three goal involvements in the group stage for France.

If you’re betting online and looking for a great soccer player prop, back Mateta Anytime Goalscorer at +150.

Odds and information are accurate at the time of writing. Please check with official sources for the latest updates before placing any bets.

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