The U-23 Brazilian team won't be defending their Olympic gold after getting eliminated by Argentina In the South American Olympics qualifier, on February 11, 2024.
Argentina attacker Luciano Gondou scored the winner for Argentina U-23, managed by Javier Mascherano.
Gondou headed into the net with a Valentine Barco's cross, which went past U-23 Brazil goalkeeper Mycael in the 78th minute of the match at the Brigido Iriate Stadium in Caracas.
The Brazilian team only needed a draw to qualify on the final day of the qualifiers, but they failed to capitalize on their chances.
Brazil won gold in men's soccer at the Rio de Janeiro and Tokyo Olympics.
The last time they failed to qualify was at the 2004 Olympics.
How Argentina Stopped Brazil from Going to the Olympics for the First Time Since 2004
Argentina had the upper hand in the first half against Brazil U-23. Although Brazil's defensive ability at the back made the score line equal.
In the 16th minute of the match, Argentina's Thiago Almanda hit the goalpost with a beautiful attempt on goal.
Argentina goalkeeper Leandro Brey made an impressive save in the 61st minute of the match after Brazil attacker Gabriel Pec hit the ball from close range.
The Brazil U-23 team failed to keep the momentum, with Real Madrid striker Endrick failing to make a positive impact on the pitch.
Argentina will be going to the tournament with the hope of securing their third Olympic gold after winning in 2004 and 2008 against the Flying Eagles of Nigeria.
Argentina are expected to be on the phone in an attempt to persuade Lionel Messi to play for the U-23 and add more trophies to his name.
How Argentina and Paraguay Became the Only Two South American Teams That Qualified for the Olympics
The South American Olympics qualifying for men offers two spots in Paris, France.
Paraguay ended up at the top of the table with seven points in just three matches.
The Paraguayan team, which is not star-struck like Argentina and Brazil, defeated the Brazilian side in their attempt to secure Olympic qualification.
Argentina finished second on the table with five points, just two points more than Brazil, which only managed to beat Venezuela in the qualification series.
*How Gondou Reacted After Scoring the Winning Goal for the U-23 Argentina Team*
The attacker who scored the winning goal reacted with a statement, saying, "We deserved this. We didn’t lose a single match in the qualifying.
"We suffered; we waited for this goal, but in the end we got it.”
What do you think about Argentina stopping Brazil from qualifying for the Olympics? Air your views in the comments section.
Argentina attacker Luciano Gondou scored the winner for Argentina U-23, managed by Javier Mascherano.
Gondou headed into the net with a Valentine Barco's cross, which went past U-23 Brazil goalkeeper Mycael in the 78th minute of the match at the Brigido Iriate Stadium in Caracas.
The Brazilian team only needed a draw to qualify on the final day of the qualifiers, but they failed to capitalize on their chances.
Brazil won gold in men's soccer at the Rio de Janeiro and Tokyo Olympics.
The last time they failed to qualify was at the 2004 Olympics.
How Argentina Stopped Brazil from Going to the Olympics for the First Time Since 2004
Argentina had the upper hand in the first half against Brazil U-23. Although Brazil's defensive ability at the back made the score line equal.
In the 16th minute of the match, Argentina's Thiago Almanda hit the goalpost with a beautiful attempt on goal.
Argentina goalkeeper Leandro Brey made an impressive save in the 61st minute of the match after Brazil attacker Gabriel Pec hit the ball from close range.
The Brazil U-23 team failed to keep the momentum, with Real Madrid striker Endrick failing to make a positive impact on the pitch.
Argentina will be going to the tournament with the hope of securing their third Olympic gold after winning in 2004 and 2008 against the Flying Eagles of Nigeria.
Argentina are expected to be on the phone in an attempt to persuade Lionel Messi to play for the U-23 and add more trophies to his name.
How Argentina and Paraguay Became the Only Two South American Teams That Qualified for the Olympics
The South American Olympics qualifying for men offers two spots in Paris, France.
Paraguay ended up at the top of the table with seven points in just three matches.
The Paraguayan team, which is not star-struck like Argentina and Brazil, defeated the Brazilian side in their attempt to secure Olympic qualification.
Argentina finished second on the table with five points, just two points more than Brazil, which only managed to beat Venezuela in the qualification series.
*How Gondou Reacted After Scoring the Winning Goal for the U-23 Argentina Team*
The attacker who scored the winning goal reacted with a statement, saying, "We deserved this. We didn’t lose a single match in the qualifying.
"We suffered; we waited for this goal, but in the end we got it.”
What do you think about Argentina stopping Brazil from qualifying for the Olympics? Air your views in the comments section.