2024 Olympics. France – Germany: The Blues beat the Germans and reach the final, the summary

Sparkling in the second period, the Blues created a second th feat in 2 days by taking the upper hand over Germany (73-69). They meet up with the Dream Team in the final

France 73 : 69

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19:43 – The summary of the match

The Blues tried to reproduce the same game as against Canada today against Germany. But they quickly realized that it wasn't working. They then kept their heads down in the first half, trying to gradually adapt to the opposing game without letting the Germans down on the scoreboard. Despite some inaccuracies in shooting, some individuals stood out, such as Cordinier and Yabusele.

By managing to equalize just before the break (33-33), the Blues were able to rectify the situation and adjust certain tactical points that had disturbed the opponent. The second half was much more convincing and the shooting skills returned, particularly on long-range shots. Fournier, Yabusele and then Wembanyama converted their opportunities to widen the gap (up to 13 points ahead). From then on, the mission was to manage this lead well and to contain Schroder's partners in defense. 

Obviously that  made Wagner and his team doubt in the last quarter. The suspense lasted until the end. Thanks to à the abnegation of the Blues and this presence in the duels against each other. Like a Euroleague match, France was able to contain the latest German attacks. After the quarter-final against Canada which acted as a trigger, the Blues defeated the opposition. a great German team. Will they be able to repeat the feat in the final, with a team like this, anything is possible!"

19:41 – Everyone à bring his personal touch

Evan Fournier leté his impressions at the microphone of France 2 "We took the time à enter this meeting. We tried to to put in place the same system as against Canada but çit didn't work. We adapted, we surfed. on the wave and everyone contributed his personal touch"

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Shy at the start of the match, it was after the break that the Blues built their success thanks to the break. acirc;ce à a great skill on long shots. Wembanyama's partners counted on until'à 13 points ahead of Germany. A somewhat lackluster final quarter did not prevent the victory from taking place. the Blues to create a second feat in two days by eliminating Germany (73-69). They will play in an Olympic final for the second time in a row.

After a last long-range shot missed by Schroder, the referee whistles the end of the match. Victory of the Blues over Germany (73-69). What an exploit of the Blues against one of the favorites for the silver medal, what a joy!!!

19:32 – 40' – Magical Cordinier (73-69)

Two successful free throws by Cordinier, France will do it, 3 seconds left

19:29 – 2 points ahead for the Blues (70-69)

There are 9 seconds left in this match, possession is for the Blues

19:27 – 40' – Wembanyama offers a 3-point advantage (71-68)

3 points difference after a successful free throw out of two for Wembanyama but possession is for Germany. Schroder's teammates will try a 3-point shot in the last 10 seconds

19:24 – 40' – Possession for France with 12 seconds left (70-68)

Only 12 seconds left, the Blues are almost there!

19:22 – 40' – Germany comes back to 2 points (70-68)

Wagner makes a 3-point shot, Germany comes back to 2 points one minute to go

19:20 – 39' – Bonga saves Germany (69-63)

Superb defense by Bonga on Cordinier, he preserves a 6-point deficit

19:19 – 38' – Let loose for the Germans (69-63)

The Blues are no longer able to do it offensively and are making a series of blunders. The Germans are not taking enough advantage of like this release from Schroder who gives possession back to the Blues

19:16 – 37' – 3 points for the Germans (69-63)

Only 6 points ahead for the Blues after a basket at 3 points made by Schroder

19:12 – 37' – The Blues can breathe (69-60)

Two successful free throws by Yabusele, the Blues widen the gap to 9 points.

19:09 – 36' – Lessort scores one more point for the Blues (67-57)

A successful free throw out of 2 for Matthias Lessort. 67-57 for the Blues

19:06 – 35' – The Blues less spirited (66-55)

More than two minutes of play without a basket scored for the Blues. Fortunately, Germany is not doing any better

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