Marseille Stadium, Marseille – Tuesday, 30 July 2024, 19:00:In a thrilling Group A football match at the Marseille Stadium, France showcased their dominance with a commanding 3-0 victory over New Zealand. The game, part of the Men’s Olympic Football Tournament, was marked by France’s offensive prowess and strategic superiority.
Paris Olympics NZ vs France Mens Football Match Officials
- Referee: Katia Garcia (Mexico)
- Assistant Referee 1: Sandra Ramirez (Mexico)
- Assistant Referee 2: Karen Diaz Medina (Mexico)
- 4th Official: Anahi Fernandez (Uruguay)
- Match Commissioner: Rhali Amrani (Morocco)
- Match Director: Khaled Nassar (Egypt)
- Video Assistant Referee: Carlos del Cerro Grande (Spain)
- Assistant VAR 1: Sivakorn Pu-Udom (Thailand)
Paris Olympics NZ vs France Mens Football Match First Half: France Takes the Lead
The first half saw France taking control of the match with extensive ball possession. Despite New Zealand’s efforts, they struggled to keep up with France’s pace and precision. The breakthrough came from Jean-Philippe Mateta in the 66th minute, giving France a 1-0 lead at halftime.
Paris Olympics NZ vs France Mens Football Match Second Half: French Domination Continues
The second half was a testament to France’s tactical efficiency. Arnaud Kalimuendo extended the lead with a well-placed shot in the 90th minute. Desire Doue sealed the victory with a stunning goal in the 77th minute, bringing the final score to 3-0 in favor of France.
Paris Olympics NZ vs France Mens Football Match Defensive and Attacking Metrics
France’s defense was equally impressive, blocking 13 of New Zealand’s attempts, while New Zealand only managed to block 3 of France’s shots. The French team also dominated the corner count with 14 corners earned, reflecting their continuous pressure on New Zealand’s defense. New Zealand, on the other hand, earned only 5 corners.
Paris Olympics NZ vs France Mens Football Match: Fouls and Discipline
The match was competitive but well-managed, with France committing 7 fouls to New Zealand’s 8. Notably, France avoided any yellow cards, while New Zealand was cautioned with one yellow card. This discipline on France’s part was crucial in maintaining their composure and focus throughout the game.
Paris Olympics NZ vs France Mens Football Match Ball Possession and Tactical Control
France controlled the match with 64% ball possession, significantly outpacing New Zealand’s 36%. This dominance in possession allowed France to dictate the game’s pace and restrict New Zealand’s offensive opportunities. Both teams were equally disciplined in terms of offsides, each being caught offside once.
Paris Olympics NZ vs France Mens Football Match Player Performances
New Zealand
Goalkeeper:
- Alex Paulsen: Played 90 minutes, conceded 3 goals
Defenders:
- Michael Boxall: Played 90 minutes
- Sam Sutton: Played 78 minutes
- Tyler Bindon: Played 90 minutes
- Finn Surman: Played 78 minutes
- Lukas Kelly-Heald: Played 90 minutes
Midfielders:
- Joe Bell: Played 90 minutes
- Matthew Garbett: Played 90 minutes, 1 shot on target
- Sarpreet Singh: Played 89 minutes, 2 shots
- Khlan Maksym: Played 59 minutes
- Batahov Arsenii: Played 90 minutes, 1 shot
- Kryskiv Dmytro: Played 90 minutes, 2 shots, 1 on target
Forwards:
- Ben Waine: Played 85 minutes, 1 shot
- Oskar van Hattum: Played 46 minutes, 1 shot
Substitutes:
- Sych Oleksii: Played 22 minutes
- Ocheretko Oleh: Played 31 minutes, 1 shot
- Krasnopir Ihor: Played 31 minutes, 1 shot
- Veletlen Vladyslav: Played 12 minutes, 1 shot on target
- Fedor Oleh: Played 31 minutes
France
Goalkeeper:
- Obed Nkambadio: Played 90 minutes
Defenders:
- Castello Lukeba: Played 77 minutes
- Bradley Locko: Played 90 minutes
- Soungoutou Magassa: Played 90 minutes
- Chrislain Matsima: Played 90 minutes
Midfielders:
- Desire Doue: Played 77 minutes, 1 goal, 6 shots, 2 on target
- Rayan Cherki: Played 65 minutes, 7 shots, 3 on target
- Andy Diouf: Played 90 minutes, 4 shots, 1 on target
- Johann Lepenant: Played 90 minutes, 1 shot
Forwards:
- Arnaud Kalimuendo: Played 90 minutes, 1 goal, 4 shots, 2 on target
- Jean-Philippe Mateta: Played 66 minutes, 1 goal, 2 shots, 1 on target
- Julian Alvarez: Played 81 minutes, 2 shots
Substitutes:
- Michael Olise: Played 25 minutes, 2 shots
- Maghnes Aklouche: Played 25 minutes, 1 shot
- Loic Bade: Played 12 minutes
- Joris Chotard: Played 12 minutes, 2 shots, 1 on target
Conclusion
The match concluded with France demonstrating their dominance on the field, securing a 3-0 victory against New Zealand. With superior ball possession and relentless attacking, France set a strong precedent for their performance in the tournament. The French players showcased their skill, teamwork, and tactical brilliance, leaving New Zealand struggling to keep up throughout the match.
