Argentina U23 lost 1-2 to Morocco U23, with Medina's equalizing goal causing chaos and being ruled invalid

In the first round of the men's football group stage at the Olympics, Argentina U23 faced Morocco U23. In the second minute of first-half stoppage time, Rahimi scored from close range. In the 51st minute, Soler committed a foul from behind, resulting in a penalty kick, which Rahimi converted, completing his brace. In the 68th minute, Soler shot to the far post, and Giuliano Simeone scored into an empty net to pull one back for Argentina.



In the 16th minute of stoppage time, Argentina had a chance in the attacking third. Otamendi's shot hit the post, and Cristian Medina headed the ball into the net. However, this goal caused significant commotion and led to a lengthy suspension of the match. Ultimately, the goal was ruled offside by VAR and was disallowed. Argentina lost 1-2 to Morocco, suffering a disappointing start to their campaign.