Egypt vs Morocco Prediction Olympic 2024

⚽ Olympic Football Games 2024 3rd Place Match Preview

⏰ 8 August 2024 - 16:00 GMT +1

🏟 Stadium: Stade de la Beaujoire (Nantes)

Egypt finds themselves on the cusp of making history, aiming for their first-ever Olympic medal in men's football despite a heartbreaking 3-1 extra-time loss to France in the semi-finals. However, they face a psychological hurdle against Morocco, who defeated them in last summer's U23 Africa Cup of Nations final.

The Pharaohs have shown a tendency to start matches strongly, taking the lead in three of their last four Olympic games. Yet, their recent defensive vulnerabilities, having failed to keep a clean sheet in their last three matches, could be a concern. Coach Rogério Micale's determination to secure a medal might provide additional motivation for the team.

Morocco, similarly, experienced a semi-final setback, losing 2-1 to Spain after initially taking the lead. They enter this match with a slight physical advantage, having avoided extra time in their semi-final. Like Egypt, Morocco is pursuing their first Olympic medal in men's football, with their tournament already considered a success regardless of the outcome.

Internal tensions within the Moroccan camp, stemming from coach Walid Regragui's alleged undermining of manager Tarik Sektioui, add an intriguing subplot to this match. Morocco's tendency to concede in the second half, with four of their five goals conceded coming after the break, could be a factor in this bronze medal match.

Where to watch Egypt vs Morocco?

📺 Link to watch Egypt vs Morocco Live Stream on TV

📋Players to watch:

• Egypt: Mahmoud Saber (scored first against Spain and in the U23 AFCON final)
• Morocco: Soufiane Rahimi (tournament's top scorer with 6 goals in 5 games)

⚡Match Facts:

• Egypt has taken the lead in 3 of their last 4 Olympic matches
• Morocco has conceded 4 of their 5 goals after half-time
• Both teams are seeking their first Olympic medal in men's football
• Egypt lost to Morocco in the U23 AFCON final last summer
• Four of Morocco's five games at the Olympics contained exactly three goals

💡Prediction: This bronze medal match promises to be a closely contested affair between two teams hungry for their first Olympic medal. Egypt's tendency to start strong could see them take an early lead, but their recent defensive frailties might allow Morocco back into the game. Morocco's second-half vulnerabilities could be exploited by Egypt, especially if fatigue sets in. The psychological edge from their U23 AFCON victory might benefit Morocco, but Egypt's determination to overcome past disappointments could be a driving force. Expect a tense, potentially high-scoring match with momentum shifts. The outcome might hinge on which team can maintain their composure in the crucial moments.

Betting Tips:

• Both teams to score
• Over 2.5 goals
• Egypt to score first
• More goals in the second half
• Soufiane Rahimi to score anytime
• Draw at half-time, Egypt to win at full-time