Paris Olympics Pitch Invasion Sparks Controversy in Argentina-Morocco Match
Paris Olympics organisers are investigating the circumstances behind a pitch invasion during the opening Olympic soccer match between Argentina and Morocco. The game, initially ending in a controversial 2-1 loss for Argentina following a lengthy VAR review, saw a restart after a two-hour suspension.
Paris Olympics organisers are currently investigating the cause of a pitch invasion that occurred during the opening match of the Olympic soccer tournament between Argentina and Morocco, officials announced on Thursday.
Argentina, which initially saw a potential 2-2 draw, eventually lost 2-1 after a VAR review during stoppage time. The game was suspended following the pitch invasion and only resumed two hours later.
"The football match at the Saint-Etienne Stadium was suspended due to a pitch invasion by a small number of spectators," stated Games organisers. The match concluded safely, with Paris 2024 now working with relevant stakeholders to understand the causes and identify appropriate actions for future events.
(With inputs from agencies.)