France and Egypt are bound to meet in the semi-finals of the 2024 Olympics on Monday, 5 August.
Will the hosts prove they're the better team and reach the final or will Egypt surprise everyone once again? Find that out and more from our France Olympic vs Egypt Olympic prediction, but remember to also take a peek at our favourite Olympic football predictions.
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France Olympic vs Egypt Olympic prediction: A confident win for the hosts
Key Stats
- France have averaged 2.00 total goals per game in their matches at the Olympics.
- After four games, France have yet to concede a goal, showcasing their great defence.
- Egypt have scored more than one goal in a match just once so far.
Correct score prediction: France Olympic 2-0 Egypt Olympic
While it may be too much to expect France to get to the final without conceding a goal, they are on the track and they've kept a clean sheet against teams that are on paper much better than Egypt, so we expect another defensive masterclass from Henry's boys.
Pre-game odds and win probability: France the clear favourites
- HOME: 1/3 (1.33) – 75.00%
- DRAW: 4/1 (5.00) – 20.00%
- AWAY: 15/2 (8.50) – 11.80%
*odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
It's clear from these France Olympic vs Egypt Olympic odds that the hosts are the expected winners and it's not even close, even though we are in the semi-finals of the tournament.
So, we were a bit surprised by such low odds on France, but on the other hand, they are the hosts and come into this game with all four wins and no goals conceded.
Anyhow, if you liked our picks for this match, don't miss out on some of our favourite betting tips for today.
Most recent H2Hs: Only met once before
These two teams have only met once in the Olympics before and it was back in 1984 when France have eliminated Egypt in the quarter-finals on their way to winning their first and only gold.
France Olympic preview: On course for their first final since 1984
After four games in the tournament, French national team led by Thierry Henry is looking like a wall on the defensive end and have yet to concede a goal. On the offensive end things are also going well with France averaging two goals per game, with Jea-Phillipe Mateta leading the way with two goals to his name.
Predicted lineup: Restes (GK), Sildillia, Bade, Lukeba, Truffert, Akliouche, Kone, Chotard, Olise, Lacazette & Mateta
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Spain Olympic
5
France Olympic
3
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W
Egypt Olympic
1
France Olympic
3
Olympics 2024 Soccer - Men 02/08/24
W
Argentina Olympic
0
France Olympic
1
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W
New Zealand Olympic
0
France Olympic
3
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W
Guinea Olympic
0
France Olympic
1
Egypt Olympic preview: Already exceeded expectations
For the third time in their history, Egypt have managed to reach the Olympics semi-final, but that's as far a they've ever gone since they finished fourth on both previous occasions. Their team is mostly comprised of players from their domestic league and without big names compared to some other teams, so this is already a big success for Egypt, who reached the semi-finals after beating out Paraguay on penalties.
Predicted lineup: Alaa (GK), Fayed, Abdelmeguid, Eid, El-Debes, Elneny, Shehata, Kouka, Zizo, Faisal & Adel
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Morocco Olympic
6
Egypt Olympic
0
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L
France Olympic
3
Egypt Olympic
1
Olympics 2024 Soccer - Men 02/08/24
W
Paraguay Olympic
1 (4)
Egypt Olympic
1 (5)
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W
Spain Olympic
1
Egypt Olympic
2
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W
Uzbekistan Olympic
0
Egypt Olympic
1
Player to watch: Alexandre Lacazette
While he only has one goal to his name in this tournament, scored in the first round against the USA, Lacazette is certainly the main offensive weapon for this France team, spearheading the attack as the main striker.
Lacazette's experience is crucial
The main reason why Lacazette is our player to watch, in addition to his quality, is his experience. He has been a part of another Olympics team and the senior French national team, so he will have to lead the way for France to make it to the final.
