USMNT vs. France prediction, odds, start time: 2024 Paris Olympics men's soccer picks from proven ex

July 2024 ยท 3 minute read
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The 2024 Olympics has France and the US men's soccer team colliding in Group A action on Wednesday. This is the first Group A matchup between these two teams in the Olympics. Guinea and New Zealand also join these countries in Group A. The US is looking to make it to the knockout stage for the first time since 2000. Meanwhile, France automatically qualified for the Summer Olympics being the host country.

Kickoff is set for 3 p.m. ET. France are -180 favorites (risk $180 to win $100) in the latest USMNT vs. France odds, while USA are +420 underdogs. A 90-minute draw is priced at +350 and the over/under for total goals scored is 2.5. Before locking in any France vs. USMNT picks, you need to check out what SportsLine soccer expert Martin Green has to say.

After working in the sports betting industry for several years, Green became a professional sports writer and handicapper and has covered the game worldwide. Last year he was profitable in multiple areas on his soccer picks, including Euro qualifying (+6.30 units), the EFL Cup (+4.47), the FA Cup (+3.07) and the Champions League (+3.05) among others. 

Now, Green has taken a close look at the USMNT vs. France match and locked in his Olympic soccer picks. You can visit SportsLine now to see his picks. Here are the betting lines and trends for France vs. USMNT:

Why you should back the USMNT

Marko Mitrovic's squad is looking to make a statement in their opening contest. The United States have Walker Zimmerman and Miles Robinson being anchors defensively. Both men suit up in the MLS and are able to disrupt opposing offenses. Goalkeeper Gaga Slonina stands at 6'4 and commands the box well. 

Meanwhile, midfielder Gianluca Busio is a creative ball handler. Busio can open the offense with his passing and instincts. This past season for Venezia, the 22-year-old had seven goals and five assists. Midfielder Tanner Tessmann has been an aware playmaker offensively. In 41 matches for Venezia during the 2023-24 campaign, he had seven goals and three assists. See which team to pick here.

Why you should back France

France are under a lot of pressure heading into the tournament as the host country. Les Blues are the betting favorite at +200 and last won the gold in 1984. This squad has won three of their last four contests. Midfielder Andy Diouf can be an effective offensive weapon. Diouf has great footwork to dribble past defenders with good anticipation. He has logged one goal this year for France.

Midfielder Michael Olise is able to consistently score with his left foot. Olise continues to be confident when he dribbles and creates offensive opportunities with ease. The 22-year-old registered 10 goals and six assists for Crystal Palace in the English Premier League last season. Forward Arnaud Kalimuendo is another skilled striker. He's comfortable with the ball and owns good awareness. During the 2023-24 season with Stade Rennais, Kalimuendo notched 10 goals and one assist. See which team to pick here.

How to make France vs. USMNT picks

Green is leaning Over on the goal total and has also locked in a pair of confident best bets. He's only sharing his picks and analysis at SportsLine.

So who wins USMNT vs. France, and where does all the betting value lie? Visit SportsLine now to see which wagers in have all the value, all from the soccer expert who has generated profits across multiple leagues, and find out.

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