Olympic men’s soccer schedule 2024: Complete dates, times, TV channels to watch Paris soccer tournament
The 2024 Olympic Games in Paris will be a monumental spectacle, uniting the world’s most talented athletes in the City of Lights. As part of this sporting extravaganza, soccer will once again take center stage, captivating audiences with its exhilarating action and global appeal. While the reigning champions, Brazil, will be absent from the men’s competition, the absence opens the door for fresh contenders to emerge and challenge for the coveted gold medal.
Among the top contenders, Argentina is poised to make a strong run, aiming to challenge the host nation, France. The group stage will see a fierce battle unfold between France and the USMNT, promising high-stakes encounters that will set the tone for the tournament. The 16 qualified teams have been divided into four groups of four, each battling for supremacy in a round-robin format. The top two finishers from each group will advance to the knockout stage, where the stakes will escalate further, leading to a thrilling climax in the gold medal final.
- The 2024 Olympic Games in Paris will showcase the world’s top athletes, with soccer being a major highlight of the event.
- Brazil will not be defending their title in the men’s soccer competition, leaving room for new contenders like Argentina to shine.
- France and the USMNT are set for an intense showdown in the group stage, setting the stage for high-stakes matches.
- 16 qualified teams are divided into four groups, with the top two from each group advancing to the knockout stage.
- The men’s soccer tournament will feature a mix of international talent and fierce competition, culminating in the gold medal final.
- Fans can catch all the action on TV channels like Peacock and NBC app/website, ensuring they don’t miss a moment of the thrilling matches.
2024 Olympic soccer schedule, fixtures
The men’s soccer tournament at the 2024 Olympic Games will witness a captivating blend of international talent and fierce competition. The action kicks off with the group stage, featuring 16 teams vying for a place in the knockout rounds. Each group comprises four teams, battling for those coveted top two spots. The group stage will culminate in a captivating clash between the top eight teams, as they navigate the knockout rounds, culminating in the climactic gold medal final.
Here’s a comprehensive look at the full schedule of men’s soccer matches at the 2024 Olympic Games, encompassing the group stages, quarterfinals, semifinals, and the ultimate showdown for the gold medal.
Group A
| Date | Time (ET) | Match | Location | TV – Streaming |
| Wed, Jul. 24 | 11 a.m. | Guinea vs. New Zealand | Allianz Riviera (Nice, France) | N/A – Peacock, NBC app/website |
| Wed, Jul. 24 | 3 p.m. | France vs. USA | Orange Velodrome (Marseille, France) | USA Network – Fubo, Peacock, NBC app/website |
| Sat, Jul. 27 | 1 p.m. | New Zealand vs. USA | Orange Velodrome (Marseille, France) | USA Network – Fubo, Peacock, NBC app/website |
| Sat, Jul. 27 | 3 p.m. | France vs. Guinea | Allianz Riviera (Nice, France) | N/A – Peacock, NBC app/website |
| Tue, Jul. 30 | 1 p.m. | New Zealand vs. France | Orange Velodrome (Marseille, France) | N/A – Peacock, NBC app/website |
| Tue, Jul. 30 | 1 p.m. | USA vs. Guinea | Stade Geoffroy-Guichard (Saint-Etienne, France) | USA Network – Fubo, Peacock, NBC app/website |
Group B
| Date | Time (ET) | Match | Location | TV – Streaming |
| Wed, Jul. 24 | 9 a.m. | Argentina vs. Morocco | Stade Geoffroy-Guichard (Saint-Etienne, France) | USA Network – Fubo, Peacock, NBC app/website |
| Wed, Jul. 24 | 1 p.m. | Iraq vs. Ukraine | Groupama Stadium (Lyon, France) | N/A – Peacock, NBC app/website |
| Sat, Jul. 27 | 9 a.m. | Argentina vs. Iraq | Groupama Stadium (Lyon, France) | N/A – Peacock, NBC app/website |
| Sat, Jul. 27 | 11 a.m. | Ukraine vs. Morocco | Stade Geoffroy-Guichard (Saint-Etienne, France) | N/A – Peacock, NBC app/website |
| Tue, Jul. 30 | 1 p.m. | Ukraine vs. Argentina | Groupama Stadium (Lyon, France) | N/A – Peacock, NBC app/website |
| Tue, Jul. 30 | 1 p.m. | Morocco vs. Iraq | Allianz Riviera (Nice, France) | N/A – Peacock, NBC app/website |
Group C
| Date | Time (ET) | Match | Location | TV – Streaming |
| Wed, Jul. 24 | 9 a.m. | Uzbekistan vs. Spain | Parc des Princes (Paris, France) | USA Network – Fubo, Peacock, NBC app/website |
| Wed, Jul. 24 | 11 a.m. | Egypt vs. Dominican Rep. | Stade de la Beaujoire (Nantes, France) | USA Network – Fubo, Peacock, NBC app/website |
| Sat, Jul. 27 | 9 a.m. | Dominican Rep. vs. Spain | Matmut Atlantique (Bordeaux, France) | N/A – Peacock, NBC app/website |
| Sat, Jul. 27 | 11 a.m. | Uzbekistan vs. Egypt | Stade de la Beaujoire (Nantes, France) | N/A – Peacock, NBC app/website |
| Tue, Jul. 30 | 9 a.m. | Dominican Rep. vs. Uzbekistan | Parc des Princes (Paris, France) | N/A – Peacock, NBC app/website |
| Tue, Jul. 30 | 9 a.m. | Spain vs. Egypt | Matmut Atlantique (Bordeaux, France) | N/A – Peacock, NBC app/website |
Group D
| Date | Time (ET) | Match | Location | TV – Streaming |
| Wed, Jul. 24 | 1 p.m. | Japan vs. Paraguay | Matmut Atlantique (Bordeaux, France) | N/A – Peacock, NBC app/website |
| Wed, Jul. 24 | 3 p.m. | Mali vs. Israel | Parc des Princes (Paris, France) | N/A – Peacock, NBC app/website |
| Sat, Jul. 27 | 1 p.m. | Israel vs. Paraguay | Parc des Princes (Paris, France) | N/A – Peacock, NBC app/website |
| Sat, Jul. 27 | 3 p.m. | Japan vs. Mali | Matmut Atlantique (Bordeaux, France) | N/A – Peacock, NBC app/website |
| Tue, Jul. 30 | 3 p.m. | Paraguay vs. Mali | Parc des Princes (Paris, France) | N/A – Peacock, NBC app/website |
| Tue, Jul. 30 | 3 p.m. | Israel vs. Japan | Stade de la Beaujoire (Nantes, France) | N/A – Peacock, NBC app/website |
Quarterfinals
| Date | Time (ET) | Match | Location |
| Fri, Aug. 2 | 9 a.m. | QF2: 1st, Group B vs. 2nd, Group A | Parc des Princes (Paris, France) |
| Fri, Aug. 2 | 11 a.m. | QF4: 1st, Group D vs. 2nd, Group C | Groupama Stadium (Lyon, France) |
| Fri, Aug. 2 | 1 p.m. | QF3: 1st, Group C vs. 2nd, Group D | Orange Velodrome (Marseille, France) |
| Fri, Aug. 2 | 3 p.m. | QF1: 1st, Group A vs. 2nd, Group B | Matmut Atlantique (Bordeaux, France) |
Semifinals
| Date | Time (ET) | Match | Location |
| Mon, Aug. 5 | 12 p.m. | Winner, QF1 vs. Winner, QF3 | Orange Velodrome (Marseille, France) |
| Mon, Aug. 5 | 3 p.m. | Winner, QF2 vs. Winner, QF4 | Groupama Stadium (Lyon, France) |
Third Place / Bronze medal match
| Date | Time (ET) | Match | Location |
| Thu, Aug. 8 | 11 a.m. | Loser, SF1 vs. Loser, SF2 | Stade de la Beaujoire (Nantes, France) |
Gold / Silver final match
| Date | Time (ET) | Match | Location |
| Fri, Aug. 9 | 12 p.m. | Winner, SF1 vs. Winner, SF2 | Parc des Princes (Paris, France) |
How to watch 2024 Olympic men’s soccer: TV channels, live streams
For soccer enthusiasts in the USA, the 2024 Olympic Games promise a captivating spectacle, and ensuring you don’t miss a single moment is crucial. Here’s a breakdown of how to catch all the action on TV and streaming platforms.
| Region | TV | Streaming |
| USA | USA Network | Fubo, Peacock, NBC app/website |
Olympic soccer aficionados in the USA can enjoy select games via Fubo, which offers a FREE seven-day trial. Additional broadcast options are available on NBC and USA Network, with Peacock providing streaming options. This diverse range of options ensures that you have multiple avenues to witness the drama unfold.
2024 men’s Olympic soccer qualifiers
The 2024 Olympic Games will witness a thrilling convergence of 16 nations, each representing their respective continental confederations. The competition is fierce, with each team aiming to secure a place among the elite. Here’s a breakdown of the nations that have earned their place through rigorous qualifying tournaments.
| Nation | Confederation | Qualified via |
| France | UEFA | Host nation |
| England | UEFA | 2023 Euro U-21 champions |
| Spain | UEFA | 2023 Euro U-21 runners-up |
| Ukraine | UEFA | 2023 Euro U-21 semifinalists |
| Israel | UEFA | 2023 Euro U-21 semifinalists |
| United States | CONCACAF | 2022 CONCACAF U-20 champions |
| Dominican Rep. | CONCACAF | 2022 CONCACAF U-20 runners-up |
| Paraguay | CONMEBOL | 2024 CONMEBOL Olympic qualifying winners |
| Argentina | CONMEBOL | 2024 CONMEBOL Olympic qualifying runners-up |
| Morocco | CAF | 2023 U-23 Africa Cup of Nations champions |
| Egypt | CAF | 2023 U-23 Africa Cup of Nations runners-up |
| Mali | CAF | 2023 U-23 Africa Cup of Nations third place |
| New Zealand | OFC | 2023 OFC Olympic qualifying champions |
| Japan | AFC | 2024 AFC U-23 Asian Cup champions |
| Uzbekistan | AFC | 2024 AFC U-23 Asian Cup runners-up |
| Iraq | AFC | 2024 AFC U-23 Asian Cup third place |
| Guinea | AFC/CAF | 2024 AFC-CAF Olympic playoff winners |
Olympic men’s soccer tournament rules
The men’s soccer tournament at the 2024 Olympic Games will feature a captivating format, combining group play with a knockout stage. The competition will see half of the participating teams eliminated, culminating in a thrilling final showdown for the coveted gold medal.
Group stage
The 16 teams are strategically divided into four groups, labeled Group A to D. The group stage follows a round-robin format, where each team faces the other three teams in their group. The top two teams in each group, based on their points accumulated, will earn the right to advance to the quarterfinals, where the competition intensifies.
Teams are awarded three points for a victory, one point for a draw, and zero points for a loss. The teams are ranked based on their total points earned. If teams are tied on points, the following criteria are used to determine the rankings:
- Goal difference: The difference between goals scored and goals conceded.
- Goals scored: The total number of goals scored.
If teams remain tied after these tiebreakers, further predetermined criteria are employed to establish the final rankings. The group stage sets the stage for the knockout rounds, where the intensity escalates, culminating in the ultimate test of skill and strategy.
Knockout rounds
The top two teams from each group, a total of eight teams, will progress to the knockout stage, beginning with the quarterfinals. This stage follows a single-elimination format, meaning that the loser of each match is eliminated, while the winner advances to the next round. The quarterfinals, semifinals, and ultimately the gold medal final match will determine the ultimate champion of the Olympic men’s soccer tournament.
