In the first round of the Olympic men’s football group stage, during the match between Argentina and Morocco, Argentina scored a goal in the 16th minute of stoppage time, but the game was interrupted due to fan disturbances. According to Tyc’s team reporter Edu, Argentina’s goal was ruled offside by VAR, which was subsequently confirmed by the Argentine officials.
The match between Argentina and Morocco was highly dramatic. Argentina, trailing 1-2, saw 15 minutes of stoppage time added, but in the 16th minute of stoppage time, Medina scored for Argentina. However, after this goal was scored, the game had to be interrupted due to disturbances caused by fans at the scene. Although there were rumors that the match would end there, the organizing committee did not immediately declare the game officially over.
The latest information indicates that VAR ruled Medina’s goal as offside, and it was ultimately determined to be offside. The match will continue for another three minutes. If the VAR review finds an error and determines the goal was valid, the match will conclude with that score.
The Argentine national team officially confirmed this news, and the match will resume with the score standing at Argentina Olympic Team 1-2 Morocco Olympic Team.
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