The 2024 Summer Olympics men’s football tournament is set to thrill fans from July 24 to August 9 in Paris, France.
16 teams will compete across seven cities, with the top two from each group advancing to the knockout stages. The tournament promises to showcase emerging talents and established stars, building on the lessons learnt from Tokyo.
The teams are divided into four groups, with matches held in Paris, Marseille, Lyon, Bordeaux, Saint-Etienne, Nice, and Nantes. The fixtures, venues, and dates have been announced, with the gold medal match set for August 9 at the iconic Parc des Princes in Paris.
The tournament features a mix of established footballing nations like Argentina, Spain, and Japan, alongside emerging teams like Uzbekistan, Dominican Republic, and Mali. Brazil, the reigning champions, will be seeking to win their third consecutive Olympic gold medal.
The knockout stages will begin on August 2, with the semifinals on August 6 and the gold medal match on August 9. The 2020 tournament in Tokyo saw Brazil emerge victorious, defeating Spain 2-1 in the final, with standout performances from Matheus Cunha and Richarlison.
Fans can expect an exciting display of football talent, as teams battle for Olympic glory in Paris.
