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France were unbeaten in the group stages while Argentina struggled to find their way out.
As the men's Olympic football knockout stage continue boiling up, football fans are assured of a spectacle on Friday.
France, led by Thierry Henry completed their group stage matches without a loss will face Argentina who has a shaky start to the campaign with a loss to Morocco.
France, aiming to become the third host nation to win Olympic gold since 1992, have been in formidable form.
Under the guidance of Thierry Henry, France's attack has been efficient rather than explosive, with all their goals coming in the second half until their final group game when they scored their first first-half goal.
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Michael Olise, the new Bayern Munich recruit, has been a key playmaker, contributing a goal and two assists.
With France averaging seven shots on target per game, their attacking prowess will be a significant challenge for Argentina's defence.
Argentina, led by Javier Mascherano, have had to navigate a tougher path to the quarter-finals.
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After a disappointing loss to Morocco in their opener, the South Americans bounced back to finish as runners-up in Group B, thanks to their head-to-head record with Morocco.
Despite their rocky start, Argentina's ability to score late goals has been a highlight, with their points largely coming from goals scored after the 60th minute.
Mascherano, a two-time Olympic gold medallist as a player, will look to transfer his winning experience to the current squad.
Thiago Almada has been particularly influential, scoring the opening goal in both of Argentina’s victories in the group stage.
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The team's ability to strike late could prove crucial against a French side that tends to dominate possession and control the game.
Key players to watch
For France, Michael Olise’s creative playmaking will be essential, while Thiago Almada's knack for early goals makes him a player to watch for Argentina.
Both teams have shown a propensity for creating chances, with France averaging seven shots on target per game and Argentina not far behind with over five.
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This match promises an exciting battle of attacking talent and defensive resilience, with both teams bringing significant strengths to the field.
France will look to leverage their home advantage and strong defensive record, while Argentina will aim to capitalize on their late-game scoring ability and experienced leadership to secure a semi-final spot.
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