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Olympic Football: Argentina at Paris 2024

Argentina has a strong Olympic football pedigree, having won gold twice before, in Athens 2004 and Beijing 2008. Leading their campaign for Paris 2024 is Javier Mascherano, a two-time gold medallist himself, including a victory alongside the legendary Lionel Messi.

However, their start to the Paris 2024 Games has been anything but smooth, delivering one of the most controversial moments even before the opening ceremony.

In a dramatic match against Morocco, Mascherano's team was defeated 2-1. Argentina thought they had equalized in the 106th minute, bringing relief to fans and players, expecting a 2-2 draw. But chaos ensued, forcing the referee to halt the match and send players back to the tunnel. After nearly two hours, the game resumed for three more minutes, during which Argentina’s equalizer was disallowed for offside, allowing Morocco to secure a shock victory.

Facing a must-win situation in their next match against Iraq, Argentina bounced back with a comfortable 3-1 victory. Julian Alvarez was instrumental, providing two assists and leading by example to guide his team to a crucial win.

The Argentine squad has the potential for an unforgettable campaign if they can overcome all obstacles ahead. While domestic trophies are significant, an Olympic gold medal would be a remarkable achievement, especially for Alvarez, who has already won major international and club accolades.

A victory against Ukraine on Tuesday, July 30, would ensure Argentina's progression to the knockout stages and bring Alvarez one step closer to completing his impressive list of international honors.

Julian Alvarez's Stacked Trophy Cabinet

Argentina (2021–Present)

• FIFA World Cup (2022)
• Copa America (2021, 2024)
• CONMEBOL – UEFA Cup of Champions (2022)

Manchester City (2022–Present)

• Premier League (2022/23, 2023/24)
• FA Cup (2022/23)
• UEFA Champions League (2022/23)
• UEFA Super Cup (2023)
• FIFA Club World Cup (2023)

River Plate (2018–2022)

• Argentine Primera Division (2021)
• Copa Argentina (2018/19)
• Supercopa Argentina (2019)
• Trofeo de Campeones (2021)
• Copa Libertadores (2018)
• Recopa Sudamericana (2019)