US men’s soccer team ends 24-year wait to reach QF at Olympics. France to meet Argentina
4 months, 3 weeks ago

US men’s soccer team ends 24-year wait to reach QF at Olympics. France to meet Argentina

Associated Press  

SAINT-ETIENNE, France — To chants of “U.S.A.” America’s men ended a 24-year wait to reach the quarterfinals of the Olympic soccer tournament by beating Guinea 3-0 on Tuesday. Two goals from Kevin Paredes and a brilliant free kick from Djordje Mihailovic secured the victory that meant the U.S. advanced in second place behind Group A winner France, which beat New Zealand 3-0. The Americans — playing in the Olympics for the first time since Beijing 2008 — responded impressively to their opening 3-0 loss to France by winning back-to-back games against New Zealand and Guinea. At the Parc des Princes in Paris, where Israel played Japan, fans held a banner that read “Genocide Olympics.” Egypt stuns Spain Ibrahim Adel scored a pair of goals and Egypt advanced atop its group by beating Spain 2-1.

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France beats Egypt 3-1 and will face Spain in the men’s soccer final at Paris Olympics
4 months, 2 weeks ago

France beats Egypt 3-1 and will face Spain in the men’s soccer final at Paris Olympics

Associated Press  

LYON, France — Thierry Henry stood with his arms outstretched, facing the jubilant crowd and soaking up the atmosphere. The final of the men’s soccer tournament at the Paris Olympics was in sight after France had been pushed to the limit by Egypt in Monday’s semifinal at Stade de Lyon. While this ensures gold for a European team for the …

US draws Brazil in Olympic men’s quarterfinals. Serbia or Australia would await in the semis
4 months, 2 weeks ago

US draws Brazil in Olympic men’s quarterfinals. Serbia or Australia would await in the semis

Associated Press  

VILLENEUVE-D’ASCQ, France — The U.S. will face Brazil in the quarterfinals of the Olympic men’s basketball tournament in Paris on Tuesday, and a semifinal matchup against Serbia or Australia awaits the Americans if they advance to the medal round. The other win-or-go-home quarterfinal games on Tuesday: Victor Wembanyama and France will take on Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Canada, reigning World Cup …

For U.S. soccer, a winning hand thus far in both Olympic tournaments. What comes next?
4 months, 3 weeks ago

For U.S. soccer, a winning hand thus far in both Olympic tournaments. What comes next?

LA Times  

The U.S. men’s soccer team, playing in its first Olympics since 2008, will face Morocco in the quarterfinals on Friday. “Playing an Olympics for USA is such an honor,” said Paredes, the first U.S. male to score an Olympic brace since Rick Davis in the L.A. Games in 1984. Morocco’s senior team made a surprising run to the semifinals of …

France, Germany, Canada clinch Olympic basketball quarterfinal berths at Paris Games
4 months, 3 weeks ago

France, Germany, Canada clinch Olympic basketball quarterfinal berths at Paris Games

Associated Press  

VILLENEUVE-D’ASCQ, France — France’s miracle last-second comeback at the Paris Games on Tuesday got even better a few hours later, when the host nation clinched a spot in the quarterfinals and a trip to Paris for the knockout round next week. The field for the medal round began taking shape Tuesday, especially after reigning World Cup champion Germany pulled away …

US men’s soccer team knows its Olympic future is likely on the line against New Zealand
4 months, 3 weeks ago

US men’s soccer team knows its Olympic future is likely on the line against New Zealand

Associated Press  

MARSEILLE, France — The United States men’s soccer team earned respect despite losing to France 3-0 in its opening game at the Paris Olympics. The U.S. faces New Zealand in Marseille on Saturday knowing another loss likely would end its chance of advancing to the quarterfinals before its final group-stage game is played. We are now two days after the …

Return to Olympics after 16 years ends in disappointing loss for US Men’s Soccer Team
4 months, 4 weeks ago

Return to Olympics after 16 years ends in disappointing loss for US Men’s Soccer Team

The Independent  

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United States handed brutal 3-0 defeat by host nation France in their opening match in Olympic soccer
4 months, 4 weeks ago

United States handed brutal 3-0 defeat by host nation France in their opening match in Olympic soccer

Daily Mail  

The United States got off to a rough start in their Olympic football campaign with a 3-0 defeat at the hands of host nation France in their match played in Marseille. The United States had its chances to equalize and get consolation goals, most notably on a John Tolkin header moments after the Lacazette goal. United States coach Marko Mitrovic …

France beats US 3-0 and Morocco gets a win against Argentina in a wild start to Olympic soccer
4 months, 4 weeks ago

France beats US 3-0 and Morocco gets a win against Argentina in a wild start to Olympic soccer

Associated Press  

MARSEILLE, France — On a wild opening day for the Olympic men’s soccer tournament, the United States came within the width of the crossbar from taking the lead against host nation France. “I think most importantly, emotionally recover because we were in the game for the first 70 minutes, even after they scored, we responded very well.” Earlier in the …

U.S. men’s soccer team fades in 3-0 loss to France after 16-year Olympics absence
5 months ago

U.S. men’s soccer team fades in 3-0 loss to France after 16-year Olympics absence

LA Times  

France celebrates after Michael Olise scored the second of three goals against the United States in the Olympics. And that’s not necessarily a good thing for the U.S. men’s soccer team, which returned to the Olympics after a 16-year absence Wednesday, falling 3-0 to France before a crowd of 67,000 at the Orange Velodrome, the largest attendance for an Olympic …

Olympic soccer draw: U.S. women to face Germany, Australia
9 months ago

Olympic soccer draw: U.S. women to face Germany, Australia

LA Times  

The U.S. team celebrates after defeating Brazil in the CONCACAF Gold Cup women’s soccer final on March 10 in San Diego. The U.S. women’s national team will face Germany, Australia and either Zambia or Morocco in the group stage of this summer’s Olympic soccer tournament in France, where the Americans hope to return to the top of the podium for …

France end Morocco’s Women’s World Cup run to advance to quarter-finals
1 year, 4 months ago

France end Morocco’s Women’s World Cup run to advance to quarter-finals

Al Jazeera  

France win 4-0 to end Morocco’s historic World Cup run and set up quarter-final clash with Australia. Eugenie Le Sommer scored twice and France advanced to the Women’s World Cup quarter-finals with a 4-0 win over Morocco, ending the North Africans’ historic run in their debut tournament. The Atlas Lionesses were the first North African or Arab team to qualify …

Morocco looking to exceed expectations again in ‘special’ France World Cup Round of 16 clash
1 year, 4 months ago

Morocco looking to exceed expectations again in ‘special’ France World Cup Round of 16 clash

The Hindu  

Morocco’s clash with favourite France in the Women’s World Cup on Tuesday will be a special occasion for its players and coach Reynald Pedros as the tournament debutant aims to continue its fairytale run by reaching the quarterfinals. Six members of France’s World Cup squad played under him at Lyon, including captain Wendie Renard and all-time top scorer Eugenie Le …

We are here to qualify for the quarterfinals, says France coach Herve Renard ahead of Morocco clash
1 year, 4 months ago

We are here to qualify for the quarterfinals, says France coach Herve Renard ahead of Morocco clash

The Hindu  

France coach Herve Renard has fond memories of managing Morocco’s men’s soccer team, but when his Les Bleues meet the North African nation in the round of 16 at the Women’s World Cup the only thing on his mind will be winning. “In terms of Morocco, we had prepared for this to happen,” Renard told reporters on Monday, on the …

Debutants Morocco beat Colombia to reach last 16 of Women’s World Cup
1 year, 4 months ago

Debutants Morocco beat Colombia to reach last 16 of Women’s World Cup

Al Jazeera  

Goal by Anissa Lahmari gives the win to Atlas Lionesses as Germany are eliminated after 1-1 draw with South Korea. Morocco have beaten Colombia 1-0 to advance to the last 16 of the Women’s World Cup in their first appearance at the tournament. The two teams generated chances in the first half, but it was only in stoppage time when …

Road To FIFA World Cup 2022 Final: Looking Back At Argentina And France's Journey
2 years ago

Road To FIFA World Cup 2022 Final: Looking Back At Argentina And France's Journey

ABP News  

The FIFA World Cup 2022 is just one match away from nearing its climax. One more game and the world will know whether it will be France who would have successfully defended its title or Argentina who would have added another World Cup title and given a fitting tribute to Lionel Messi or perhaps even a farewell from the international …

Road to FIFA World Cup final Qatar 2022: How did France reach the final against Argentina?
2 years ago

Road to FIFA World Cup final Qatar 2022: How did France reach the final against Argentina?

The Hindu  

France beat Morocco 2-0 in the semifinal to qualify for the final of FIFA World Cup final Qatar 2022, at the Al Bayt Stadium on Thursday. Kylian Mbappe extended his side’s lead with a header in the 68th minute before providing a cross for Giroud’s second goal of the match three minutes later to make it 4-1 for France. DENMARK …

France end Morocco World Cup dream to set up Argentina final
2 years ago

France end Morocco World Cup dream to set up Argentina final

Deccan Chronicle  

AL KHOR, Qatar: France ended Morocco's World Cup dream as goals from Theo Hernandez and Randal Kolo Muani gave the holders a 2-0 win in their semi-final clash to set up a showdown on Sunday with Lionel Messi's Argentina. It appeared that France might make short work of their opponents when Hernandez scored inside five minutes at Al Bayt Stadium …

FIFA World Cup 2022: France end Moroccan fairytale in semis, set up blockbuster final vs Argentina
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: France end Moroccan fairytale in semis, set up blockbuster final vs Argentina

India Today  

Defending champions France broke the Moroccan wall in a fiercely-fought semi-final as Theo Hernandez and super sub Randal Kolo Muani's goals helped them beat the Atlas Lions 2-0 in the second semi-final. With the win in the semi-final, France became the first defending champions since Brazil in 2002 to reach the final of the FIFA World Cup. France buried the …

FIFA World Cup 2022 | France into final with 2-0 win as Morocco go down fighting
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022 | France into final with 2-0 win as Morocco go down fighting

The Hindu  

France will take on Argentina in the World Cup final after beating Morocco 2-0 in an absorbing semi-final on December 14 to stay on course for a successful title defence and end the fairytale run of the north Africans in Qatar. But Morocco were never overawed and had opportunity as Azzedine Ounahi forced two good saves out of French captain …

France 2-0 Morocco - World Cup 2022: Les Bleus set up Argentina final with victory
2 years ago

France 2-0 Morocco - World Cup 2022: Les Bleus set up Argentina final with victory

Daily Mail  

Morocco can leave Qatar with their heads held high. France players celebrate after defeating Morocco 2-0 in the World Cup semi-final at the Al Bayt Stadium on Wednesday Randal Kolo Muani put the game to bed for France just seconds after coming on for France as he taps home from close range The striker had only been brought on as …

Photos: France charge into final to end Morocco’s World Cup dream
2 years ago

Photos: France charge into final to end Morocco’s World Cup dream

Al Jazeera  

Al Khor, Qatar – France have put an end to Morocco’s dream of reaching a World Cup final, with a 2-0 victory that puts them on a path towards a potentially epic second straight World Cup victory. His deflected effort barely five minutes into Wednesday’s match set up Theo Hernandez, while a magnificent attempt in the 79th minute led to …

France vs Morocco match preview: World Cup 2022 semifinal
2 years ago

France vs Morocco match preview: World Cup 2022 semifinal

Al Jazeera  

Where: Al Bayt Stadium When: Wednesday, December 14, 10pm Head-to-head: France wins: 5, Morocco wins: 0, Draw: 2 Road to the semis: France: Beat Australia 2-1 Beat Denmark 2-1 Lost 0-1 to Tunisia Beat Poland 3-1 Beat England 2-1 Morocco: Drew 0-0 with Croatia Beat Belgium 2-0 Beat Canada 2-1 Beat Spain 3-0 on penalties Beat Portugal 1-0 France face …

France seal World Cup final spot with 2-0 win over Morocco
2 years ago

France seal World Cup final spot with 2-0 win over Morocco

Al Jazeera  

Reigning world champions overcome spirited Atlas Lions display to set up showdown with Argentina on Sunday. France edged past Morocco during a frenetic semifinal clash to secure their place in Sunday’s World Cup final, with the reigning world champions holding off a spirited display from the North African side to win 2-0. Left-back Theo Hernandez put France ahead after just …

France defeats Morocco to reach World Cup Final, their chase to repeat continues
2 years ago

France defeats Morocco to reach World Cup Final, their chase to repeat continues

NPR  

France defeats Morocco to reach World Cup Final, their chase to repeat continues Enlarge this image toggle caption Dan Mullan/Getty Images Dan Mullan/Getty Images AL KHOR, Qatar — France is heading back to the World Cup Final and aiming to do something that hasn't been done in 60 years - repeat as World Cup champions. Morocco came into the match …

France defeats Morocco, will face Argentina in World Cup final
2 years ago

France defeats Morocco, will face Argentina in World Cup final

LA Times  

France’s Randal Kolo Muani, center right, celebrates with teammates after scoring his side’s second goal during a World Cup semifinal match against Morocco on Wednesday. Just minutes before the clock struck midnight Wednesday in Qatar, Morocco’s Cinderella run to the World Cup semifinals ended — and it didn’t end happily ever after. They caused problems for us.” France’s Ousmane Dembele, …

France beat Morocco to reach final: Mbappe v Messi, Amrabat’s tackle and a rare fast start
2 years ago

France beat Morocco to reach final: Mbappe v Messi, Amrabat’s tackle and a rare fast start

New York Times  

France withstood an impressive Morocco display to set up a World Cup final with Argentina on Sunday that pits Kylian Mbappe against his Paris Saint-Germain team-mate Lionel Messi. Morocco had plenty of possession but failed to draw level and one of France’s substitutes, Randal Kolo Muani, made it 2-0 with 11 minutes of normal time left after excellent play by …

FIFA World Cup 2022: Morocco Fans Celebrate The Impossible And Ask For More
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: Morocco Fans Celebrate The Impossible And Ask For More

News 18  

As their national team made history, crowds gathered in Casablanca on Saturday evening and chanted “Qualified! Qualified!” There were also celebrations across the Arab world and in Europe after Morocco beat Portugal 1-0 in Qatar to become the first African or Arab team to reach a World Cup semi-final. Khairi scored twice in the surprise 3-1 victory over the same …

FIFA World Cup 2022 | Morocco beats Canada 2-1 to qualify for World Cup last 16
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022 | Morocco beats Canada 2-1 to qualify for World Cup last 16

The Hindu  

An impassioned Moroccan team clinched a spot in the last 16 of the World Cup for the first time since 1986 by defeating the already-eliminated Canadians 2-1 on Thursday, mercilessly capitalising on their opponents blunders. Moroccan defender Nayef Aguerd put Canada on the scoreboard with an own goal, the first of this World Cup, by accidentally flicking a cross by …

FIFA World Cup 2022 | Tunisia fail to advance despite 1-0 win over much-changed France
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022 | Tunisia fail to advance despite 1-0 win over much-changed France

The Hindu  

An invigorated Tunisia claimed a famous victory over a French team made up mostly of back-up players on Wednesday but their 1-0 win over the reigning champions was not enough for the North Africans to progress to the World Cup knockout stages. Tunisia defeat France but the holders finish top of Group D 👏#FIFAWorldCup | @adidasfootball — FIFA World Cup …

World Cup recap, day 10: US defeat Iran, England wallop Wales
2 years ago

World Cup recap, day 10: US defeat Iran, England wallop Wales

Al Jazeera  

On day 10 of the World Cup in Qatar, the much-anticipated showdown between the US and Iran saw the politics and controversy surrounding the match set aside as the two teams battled it out in a splendid display of football. Old rival England thrashed neighbouring Wales with a 3-0 defeat that sent the Welsh team out of their first World …

World Cup 2022 draw: Everything you need to know
2 years, 8 months ago

World Cup 2022 draw: Everything you need to know

CNN  

CNN — The draw for an unprecedented FIFA World Cup takes place Friday as teams discover their fates for the first winter edition of football’s flagship event, in Qatar this December. In the AFC – the Asian Football Confederation – section of qualifying, Iran, Saudi Arabia, South Korea and Japan went through to ensure back-to-back World Cup appearances. GEOFF ROBINS/AFP/AFP …

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