Date: August 2, 2024
Time: 6 PM UK / 7 PM CET / 1 PM ET / 10 AM PT
Venue: Stade Vélodrome
As the Paris 2024 Olympic football tournament reaches its climax, Egypt and Paraguay are set to clash in the quarter-finals at Stade Vélodrome in Marseille. Both teams have shown their mettle in the group stage and are eager to move one step closer to a historic medal.
Match Overview:
Egypt’s U23 squad has been on a roll, securing their spot in the quarter-finals with a series of strong performances. They topped Group C after a decisive 2-1 victory over Spain, powered by Ibrahim Adel’s two goals. Egypt’s form has been solid throughout, and they are confident of their chances as they face Paraguay.
Paraguay, on the other hand, had a rocky start but managed to turn their fortunes around. Despite a tough 5-0 loss to Japan in their opening match, Paraguay regrouped effectively to secure victories against Israel and Mali. Their resilience has earned them a spot in the last eight, and they are determined to make the most of this opportunity.
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Recent Form:
- Egypt: Two wins, one draw (D W W)
- Paraguay: Two wins, one loss (L W W)
Team News:
For Egypt, Ibrahim Adel will be a key player, having already made a significant impact in the group stage. Ahmed Nabil Koka and Mohamed Elneny will provide crucial support in midfield. Coach Rogerio Micale is expected to stick with the winning combination from their previous match.
Paraguay’s hopes rest on the shoulders of Marcelo Fernandez, who has been in fine form, scoring three goals in the last two matches. Coach Carlos Jara Saguier will rely on Fernandez and other key players like Julio Enciso and Marcelo Perez to deliver the goods. After serving a suspension, Wilder Viera could make a return to the lineup.
Probability:
- Egypt Winning: 55%
- Paraguay Winning: 30%
- Draw: 15%
Egypt’s attacking prowess and recent form suggest they will be the favorites in this match. Paraguay’s defense will need to be at its best to contain Egypt’s forwards. With a solid run of results and a key player like Ibrahim Adel in form, Egypt looks poised to advance to the semi-finals.
Stay tuned for an exciting quarter-final clash as Egypt and Paraguay vie for a place in the semi-finals of the Paris 2024 Olympics!
