The Paris 2024 Olympic Games have already started with excitement and drama on the soccer field. As one of the most anticipated events, the Olympic soccer tournament has captured the attention of fans worldwide, with national teams competing for glory on the grandest of stages.
The opening matches have set the tone for what promises to be an exciting competition. Controversy erupted when a VAR decision overturned a late Argentina goal against Morocco, resulting in a 1-2 defeat for the South American powerhouse. Meanwhile, the Dominican Republic and Egypt ended in a hard-fought 0-0 draw, and Paraguay suffered a resounding 0-5 defeat at the hands of Japan. In a clash of good youth teams, France emerged victorious with a 3-0 win over the United States.
The competition among the women’s teams was intense as Canada won a thrilling 2-1 match against New Zealand, Brazil narrowly beat Nigeria 1-0, France scored a 3-2 victory over Colombia in a high-scoring game, and the United States demonstrated their superiority with a strong 3-0 win against Zambia.
Argentina’s controversial defeat and highlights of Day 1
The 2024 Olympic Games soccer tournament in Paris has already provided plenty of drama and talking points after just the first round of matches. One of the highlights was the controversial VAR decision that disallowed a late goal by Argentina in their 1-2 loss to Morocco.
Argentina appeared to have equalized deep into stoppage time, but after a lengthy review, the goal was ruled out for an extremely close offside decision. The decision left Argentina players and fans furious, as it came nearly an hour and a half after the final whistle had initially blown. Despite their protests, the 1-2 score stood, giving Morocco a huge upset victory.
Elsewhere in the men’s tournament, Dominican Republic and Egypt drew 0-0, while Paraguay suffered a 5-0 drubbing at the hands of Japan. In a clash of powerhouses, France defeated the United States 3-0 in a potentially crucial group stage result.
Drama and controversy have not been confined to the men’s side alone and the opening day of the women’s competition also brought several notable results.
Women’s soccer shines at Paris 2024 Olympics.
The Paris 2024 Olympic women’s soccer tournament is off to a strong start, with exciting matches and impressive performances from some of the world’s best teams.
Canada got their campaign off to a winning start, beating New Zealand 2-1 in a hard-fought encounter. The Canadians showed their resilience and clinical finishing, setting the tone for what promises to be an exciting tournament.
Brazil, always a force to be reckoned with in women’s soccer, earned a narrow 1-0 victory over Nigeria. While the score was tight, the South American giants demonstrated their technical prowess and defensive solidity, setting a marker for their title ambitions.
In one of the most exciting matches of the first round, France and Colombia celebrated a goal feast, with the European side eventually winning 3-2. The back-and-forth nature of the game kept spectators on the edge of their seats, highlighting the high quality and competitiveness of the women’s game at the highest level.
Advancing through the knockout stages
As the group stage matches conclude, anticipation builds for the highly anticipated knockout rounds of the Olympic soccer tournaments in Paris 2024. The men’s and women’s competitions have already generated plenty of drama, surprises, and memorable moments, setting the stage for an exciting battle for the coveted gold medals.
In the men’s tournament, powerhouses like Brazil, France, and Spain have asserted their dominance, while underdogs like Morocco and the Dominican Republic have proved their mettle with impressive performances.
The women’s tournament has been equally captivating, with teams like Canada, Brazil, and the United States living up to their claims as title contenders. However, the emergence of dark horses like Colombia and New Zealand has added unpredictability to the proceedings. A potential quarterfinal showdown between the United States and France could be a blockbuster matchup, as both teams boast an array of world-class talent.
Next Matchday Schedule
Woman
| Match | Date and time |
| New Zealand vs. Colombia | Sunday, July 28, 11:00 am ET, 10:00 am CST, 9:00 am MT, 8:00 am PT |
| Spain vs. Nigeria | Sunday, July 28, 1:00 pm ET, noon CST, 11:00 am MT, 10:00 am PT |
| United States vs. Germany | Sunday, July 28, 3:00 pm ET, 2:00 pm CST, 1:00 pm MT, noon PT |
Men
| Match | Date and time |
| Brazil vs. Japan | Sunday, July 28, 11:00 am ET, 10:00 am CST, 9:00 am MT, 8:00 am PT |
| Australia vs. Zambia | Sunday, July 28, 1:00 pm ET, noon CST, 11:00 am MT, 10:00 am PT |
| France vs. Canada | Sunday, July 28, 3:00 pm ET, 2:00 pm CST, 1:00 pm MT, noon PT |
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