New Zealand vs France Prediction Olympic 2024

⚽ Olympic Football Games 2024 Match Preview

⏰ 30 July 2024 - 18:00 GMT +1

🏟 Stadium: Stade Vélodrome (Marseille)

New Zealand's Olympic campaign has taken a dramatic turn. After a promising 2-1 victory over Guinea, they suffered a heavy 4-1 defeat against the USA, exposing their vulnerabilities against higher-quality opposition. This setback has put their qualification hopes in jeopardy as they prepare to face hosts France in their final group match.

Darren Bazeley's side now finds itself in a precarious position, needing to avoid defeat against France and hoping for a USA stumble to advance to the quarter-finals. Their historical performance in the tournament suggests a tough challenge ahead, having scored more than one goal in only two of their previous 12 Olympic fixtures.

In contrast, France has been dominating Group A under Thierry Henry's guidance. Following a convincing 3-0 win over the USA, they secured a 1-0 victory against Guinea, courtesy of Kiliann Sildillia's header. This puts them on the brink of qualification for the knockout stage.

France's ambitions extend beyond group qualification, as they aim for their second Olympic gold medal since the 1984 Los Angeles Games. Their current form, including a seven-game unbeaten run in 2024 (W5, D2), underscores their status as favorites to triumph on home soil.

Where to watch New Zealand vs France?

📺 Link to watch New Zealand vs France Live Stream on TV

📋Players to watch:

• Ben Waine (New Zealand): Scored the winner against Guinea and has five goals in his last five international appearances.
• Michael Olise (France): Standout performer with three goal contributions (1 goal, 2 assists) and two Man of the Match awards.

⚡Match Facts:

• New Zealand has scored more than one goal in only two of their last 12 Olympic fixtures.
• France has recorded 7+ corners in both their games at the 2024 Olympics.
• France is on a seven-game unbeaten run across 2024 (W5, D2).

💡Prediction: This match presents a significant challenge for New Zealand against a formidable French side. France's home advantage, recent form, and superior quality make them clear favorites. While New Zealand might adopt a defensive strategy to secure the point they need, France's attacking prowess, led by players like Olise, could prove too much to contain. Expect France to dominate possession and create numerous chances, potentially leading to multiple goals. New Zealand may struggle to replicate their opening match performance against a well-organized French defense. A comfortable victory for France, possibly 3-0 or 3-1, seems likely, cementing their position as group winners and strong contenders for the gold medal.

Betting Tips:

• France to win
• Over 2.5 goals
• France to keep a clean sheet
• Michael Olise to score or assist
• France to have over 6.5 corners
• Both teams to score - No