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Argentinians Equalize at 90+16′ and Moroccan Fans Unhappy with the Result
The Olympic football tournament in Paris has started in a chaotic fashion. In the first game of Group B, Argentina, captained by Benfica player Nicolás Otamendi, drew with Morocco. The Africans were leading 2-1 until 90+16′, when Cristian Medina scored the equalizer, splitting the points. Chaos ensued shortly after…
Moroccan fans, unhappy with the result and the added time given by Swedish referee Glenn Nyberg, invaded the pitch, threw firecrackers and bottles, and forced the Argentinian players to leave the field quickly. French police had to intervene to calm the situation.
The incident marked a tumultuous start to the Olympic football tournament, raising concerns about security in future matches. Police intervention was necessary to restore order, and several arrests were made as Moroccan fans were removed from the pitch.
The Olympic Games organizers issued a statement expressing their concern over the events and assuring additional security measures for upcoming matches. “We are committed to ensuring the safety of all participants and spectators,” the organizing committee stated. “Incidents like this will not be tolerated, and we are working closely with local authorities to prevent future occurrences.”
The match, which began competitively and excitingly, ended in turmoil and controversy, overshadowing the players’ performances on the field. Argentina, which fought until the last minute to secure the draw, and Morocco, which was seconds away from victory, now prepare for their next challenges in the tournament, with the shadow of recent events looming over their campaigns.
Meanwhile, the discussion about the added time granted by the referee remains a hot topic among fans and commentators, with many questioning the decision and its impact on the game’s outcome.