The final of the men’s football tournament was in sight after France had been pushed to the limit by Egypt in Monday’s semi-final at Stade de Lyon
France's forward #14 Jean-Philippe Mateta, France's forward #07 Michael Olise and teammates celebrate victory at the end of the men's semi-final football match between France and Egypt during the Paris 2024 Olympic Games at the Lyon Stadium in Lyon. Pic/AFP
France coach Thierry Henry stood with his arms outstretched, facing the jubilant crowd and soaking up the atmosphere.
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The final of the men’s football tournament was in sight after France had been pushed to the limit by Egypt in Monday’s semi-final at Stade de Lyon.
Jean-Philippe Mateta, meanwhile, was being mobbed by his teammates after scoring his second goal in a 3-1 win that sets up a final against Spain, who beat Morocco 2-1, at Parc des Princes on Friday.
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