France keeps attacking, looking to make three-point baskets

July 19, 2024 4:48 PM ET

France 58-64 Canada

July 19, 2024 4:43 PM ET

Two shots for France, who makes a nice basket

July 19, 2024 4:39 PM ET

France gets closer to Canada again, being 2 points behind. 

July 19, 2024 4:35 PM ET

Canada gets back on track and distances itself from France with 4 points 

July 19, 2024 4:30 PM ET

France manages to get on top with a point, locking up and denying the Canadians a pass. 

July 19, 2024 4:25 PM ET

Canada can’t react, they are having a lot of problems at the basket, France took advantage of the situation and is one point behind.

July 19, 2024 4:20 PM ET

Start of the third quarter

July 19, 2024 4:17 PM ET

Second quarter ends with score at the time France 40-44 Canada.

July 19, 2024 4:01 PM ET

Timeout

July 19, 2024 3:56 PM ET

2 free throws for Canada, but France responds immediately with 3 points. 

July 19, 2024 3:51 PM ET

France manages to be more on the attack, getting close to Canada

July 19, 2024 3:45 PM ET

France looks for the ball and space, they want to regain the lead. 

July 19, 2024 3:40 PM ET

The first quarter ends with the score at the moment of France 19-25 Canada.

July 19, 2024 3:35 PM ET

France starts to react, looking to cut Canada’s lead, but they also do their own thing 

July 19, 2024 3:30 PM ET

Canada continues to dominate the French, now with a 7-point difference.

July 19, 2024 3:26 PM ET

Canada manages to turn the score around, taking the lead by 3 points. 

July 19, 2024 3:20 PM ET

The French got off to a strong start, but Canada managed to recover and tie the game.

July 19, 2024 3:15 PM ET

France vs Canada match kicks off in the preparation games for the Olympic Games. 

July 19, 2024 3:12 PM ET

After the group stage, quarterfinals and semifinals. We will know the 4 teams that will compete for the Olympic medals, where 3 of them will win the medal. The dates of the duels will be:
For the bronze medal: August 10, 03:00 hours (CDMX).
For the gold medal: August 10, 1:30 p.m. (CDMX)

July 19, 2024 3:11 PM ET

These are the games Canada will play in the Olympic Games:
July 27, Greece vs Canada, Group Stage.
July 30, Canada vs Australia, Group Stage
August 02, Canada vs Spain, Group Stage

July 19, 2024 3:04 PM ET

These are the matches France will play in the Olympic Games:
July 27, France vs Brazil, Group Stage.
July 30, Japan vs France, Group Stage
August 02, France vs Germany, Group Stage

July 19, 2024 3:00 PM ET

Canada, with a roster featuring 10 NBA players, could be one of the favorites to advance to the next round.
Alexander-Walker (Wolves), Dillon Brooks (Rockets), Luguentz Dort and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (Thunder), Zach Leday (Grizzlies), Jamal Murray (Nuggets), Andrew Nambhard (Pacers), Kelly Olynyk (Raptors), Dwight Powell (Mavericks) and Andrew Wiggins (Warriors) make up a roster that makes them clear medal contenders.

July 19, 2024 2:55 PM ET

Here are the groups for the Olympic Games in men’s basketball. 
Group A: Australia, Greece, Canada and Spain.
Group B: France, Germany, Japan and Brazil.
Group C: Serbia, South Sudan, Puerto Rico and the United States.

July 19, 2024 2:49 PM ET

Basketball at the Paris Olympic Games will start next Saturday, July 27 at 03:00 (CDMX) between Australia and Spain.

July 19, 2024 2:45 PM ET

The Arena, the convention center and the exhibition center come together in a spectacular sequence along the south entrance of Orleans. The ensemble constitutes a large multifunctional facility, a unique tool for sports, culture and events. By installing the functions in a way that is both distinct and continuous, Co’met drastically changes the perception of the entrance to the Orleans metropolis. With 10,000 seats for sports meetings or cultural events.

July 19, 2024 2:39 PM ET

Of the 19 players included in the first list, Vincent Collet had to cut 7. One of them was Theo Maledon, Elie Okobo and Vincent Poirier, who left the call-up due to injury. Among the most notable absences was Thomas Heurtel. The French Federation continues to impose a sanction on the Zenit St. Petersburg point guard for signing with the Russian team in the midst of the conflict with Ukraine.

July 19, 2024 2:35 PM ET

France has confirmed its squad list for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. France’s squad will be: 
Andrew Albicy
Frank Ntilikina
Matthew Strazel
Nicolas Batum
Isaia Cordinier
Bilal Coulibaly
Nando De Colo
Evan Fournier
Rudy Gobert
Mathias Lessort
Victor Wembanyama
Guerschon Yabusele

July 19, 2024 2:30 PM ET

A few minutes before kickoff, both clubs are already on the field for this duel.

July 19, 2024 2:25 PM ET

The fans are gradually arriving at the stadium, and an average attendance is expected for this warm-up match.

July 19, 2024 2:20 PM ET

Both teams are already in the stadium, some players enter the dressing room to get ready for the warm-up, while other players are checking the field before entering the locker room.

July 19, 2024 2:15 PM ET

Do not miss a detail of the match with the live updates and commentaries of VAVEL. Follow along with us all the details, commentaries, analysis and lineups for this France vs Canada match in the Friendly Match.

July 19, 2024 9:00 AM ET

USA Date: Friday, July 19
USA Time: 15:00 hours
USA TV channel (English): Courtside 1891.
USA TV channel (Spanish): Courtside 1891.
USA Internet Live Updates Commentary: VAVEL

July 19, 2024 8:55 AM ET

This is the start time of the game France vs Canada of 19th July 2024 in several countries:
Argentina: 15:10 PM at Courtside 1891.
Bolivia: 14:10 PM at Courtside 1891.
Brazil: 15:10 PM at Courtside 1891.
Chile: 14:10 PM at Courtside 1891.
Colombia: 13:10 PM at Courtside 1891.
Ecuador: 13:10 PM on Courtside 1891.
United States (ET): 15:10 PM on Courtside 1891.
Spain: 18:10 PM on Courtside 1891.
Mexico: 13:10 PM on Courtside 1891.
Paraguay: 15:10 PM on Courtside 1891.
Peru: 1:10 PM at Courtside 1891.
Uruguay: 15:10 PM at Courtside 1891.

July 19, 2024 8:50 AM ET

The visitors in their last 5 games have had a not very good performance, as they have had several victories in the last games, their best result was the 44-88 against their similar Nicaragua, where they lost by a lower score, having a streak of 3 wins and 2 losses, a very unfavorable streak for the team, but they need to not make mistakes, to have confidence in this tournament and stay alive.
Wed., Jul. 10 vs. United States, 86-72 (Lost), International Friendly Match 
Mon., Feb. 26 vs Nicaragua, 46-88 (Won), World Cup: Americup – Qualifying – Third Round – Day 2
Fri., Feb. 23 vs. Nicaragua, 96-51 (Won), World Cup: Americup – Qualifying – Third Phase – Day 1
Sun., May 10, 2023 vs. United States, 118-127 (Win), World Cup: World Cup – Playoffs – Third Place
Fri., May 08, 2023 vs Serbia, 95-86 (Lost), World Cup: World Cup – Playoffs – Semifinals

July 19, 2024 8:45 AM ET

The locals in their last 5 games have had a not very good performance, as they have had several wins in the last games, their best result was the 96-46 against Turkey, having a streak of 3 wins and 2 losses, a very unfavorable streak for the team, but they need to not make mistakes, to have confidence in this tournament and stay alive.
Fri, Jul. 10 vs Serbia, 67-79 (Lost), International Friendly Match
Mon., Jul. 08 vs Germany, 65-70 (Lost), International Friendly Match
Sat., Jul. 06 vs. Germany, 66-90 (Won), International Friendly Match
Wed., Jul. 03 vs Turkey, 96-46 (Won), International Friendly Match
Bosnia-Herzegovina, 64-74 (Win), Europe: Eurobasket – Qualifying – Fourth Round – Day 2

July 19, 2024 8:40 AM ET

The 24 year old Shooting Guard or Forward, Rowan Barrett Jr. who was selected in the third position of the 2019 NBA Draft by the New York Knicks, being crucial for the team, looking to help and victory, hoping to pass answer for the good moment he is currently; going through, looking to help his club, being the points leader of his team with 21.8 units, with 6.4 rebounds and 4.1 assists in the regular season.

July 19, 2024 8:35 AM ET

Pivot, 20-year-old Victor Wembanyama who on April 21, 2023 declared eligible for the NBA Draft. As predicted, on June 22 he was selected as the first pick of the 2023 Draft by San Antonio Spurs, he has performed well, being crucial for the team, looking to help and win, hoping to respond for the good moment he is currently; going through, looking to help his club, being the points leader of his team with 21.4 units, with 10.6 rebounds and 3.9 assists in the regular season.

July 19, 2024 8:30 AM ET

This will be the 16th meeting between the two teams, so they will want to start with everything and come out on top, in addition to adding a victory, leaving 10 wins for France, 0 draws and 5 for Canada, leaving the balance very uneven.

July 19, 2024 8:25 AM ET

My name is Omar Escalante and I’ll be your host for this game. We will provide you with pre-game analysis, score updates, and news as it happens live here on VAVEL. In addition, Canada is looking for its first victory in this new stage, while France wants to add a victory on its way to the Olympic Games.  
 

July 19, 2024 8:20 AM ET