Olympic Games 2024. France – Germany: The Blues subdue the Germans and rush to 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 reaching à Equalizing just before the break (33-33), the Blues were able to rectify the situation and adjust certain tactical points which disrupted the game. the opponent. The second half was tough. much more convincing and the marksmanship has returned, particularly on long shots. Fournier, Yabusele then Wembanyama converted their opportunities to widen the gap (up to 13 points in advance). From then on the mission was carried out. to manage this advance well and to contain Schroder's partners well in defense. 

This inevitably made Wagner and his team doubt in the last quarter. The suspense lasted until the end. Thanks to the self-sacrifice of the Blues and this presence in the duels like a Euroleague match, France was able to contain the last German attacks. After the quarter-final against Canada which acted as a trigger, the Blues subdued a good German team. Will they be able to repeat the feat in the final, with a team like that, anything is possible!”

19:41 – Everyone has to bring their own personal touch

Evan Fournier gave his impressions to France 2 “We took our time getting into this game. We tried to implement the same system as against Canada but it didn't work. We adapted, we rode the wave and everyone added their own 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 a great address on long-range shots. Wembanyama's partners had a lead of up to 13 points over Germany. A somewhat lackluster last quarter did not prevent the Blues from creating a second exploit 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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