Argentina Triumphs Over Iraq in Men's Group B Football with a 3-1 Victory

On July 27, 2024, Argentina faced Iraq in a riveting match at the Lyon Stadium during the Men's Group B football event of the Olympic Games. The game kicked off at 15:00 local time, and from the start, Argentina made their intentions clear.

The first half saw Argentina take the lead with a goal from Thiago Almada in the 13th minute, assisted by Julian Alvarez. Both teams fought hard, but the first half ended with a score of 1-1 after Iraq leveled the match with a goal just before the break.

As the second half commenced, Argentina dominated possession, holding 60% of the ball and launching several attacks. They regained their lead with another goal from Almada, marking his second of the match, and shortly after, Bruno Amione sealed the victory with a third goal.

Argentina's final stats included 17 shots, 8 of which were on target, while Iraq managed 5 shots with only 1 hitting the target. The match concluded with a final score of 3-1, securing Argentina's place in the knockout stages of the tournament.

The standout players for Argentina included not only Almada and Alvarez but also goalkeeper Geronimo Rulli, who made crucial saves to maintain their lead. Iraq, despite the defeat, showed resilience and determination, making it a memorable encounter.

This match was a testament to Argentina's skill and teamwork, as they look forward to continuing their Olympic journey with hopes of clinching the gold medal in football.