In the third round of the Olympic men's soccer group stage, Ukraine U23 and Argentina U23 had a fierce match on the green field in Beijing time. The match was not only a matter of honor for both teams, but also a key battle to determine the group's qualifying position.
In the first half, both players showed a very high level of athleticism, offense and defense conversion rhythm is very fast, the scene is very stalemate. With the advantage of the home field, Ukraine U23 made frequent attacks, trying to tear apart the Argentinean defense through fast conduction and side road breakthroughs. Giuliano Simone was particularly active on the right side of the field, and although his cross was cleared by an Argentine defender in time, it still showed the threat of Ukraine's side attack. Argentina U23, on the other hand, relied on subtle teamwork and solid defending to circle their opponents and create a number of dangerous situations with counter-attack opportunities. Alvarez's long-distance shot came close to penetrating the Ukrainian goal, making the audience break out in a cold sweat.
The match resumed and Argentina U23 gradually took the initiative. Shortly after the start of the second half, Almada showed his exquisite shooting skills in an attack, he shot from a position far away from the goal, and the ball made a wonderful arc hanging in the corner of the dead corner, breaking the deadlock for the Argentine team. This goal not only ignited the passion of the Argentine players and fans, but also completely disrupted the rhythm of the Ukrainian team.
Trailing, the Ukrainian U23s didn't give up and tried to strengthen their attack with substitutions and adjustments, but the Argentinian defensive system remained as solid as ever. Instead, Argentina used their numerical advantage to continue to attack and extend their lead. Substitute Echeverri seized the opportunity in one of the attacks, and he quickly followed up after his teammate's shot was blocked to seal the victory for Argentina.
Argentina U23 beat Ukraine U23 2-0 with goals from Almada and Echeverri, a victory that not only puts Argentina in second place in the group, but also allows them to continue to write their own chapter in Olympic men's soccer.
