Morocco to face United States in Olympic quarter-finals; full schedule announced

The group stage of the 2024 Olympic football tournament has concluded, setting the stage for the knockout rounds. Two African teams have advanced to the quarter-finals: Morocco and Egypt.

Morocco and Egypt have distinguished themselves by topping their respective groups, showcasing the strength of African football on the global stage.

Morocco, in particular, has made headlines with its impressive performance, while Egypt also secured a strong position, ensuring their progression.

Unfortunately, Mali and Guinea did not advance past the group stage. Mali, with one draw and two defeats, and Guinea, who lost all three of their matches, have been eliminated from the competition.

Looking ahead to the quarter-finals, Morocco is set to face the United States.

This crucial match will take place on August 2 at 1:00 p.m. GMT. Morocco’s journey to this stage has been marked by resilience and skill, and the clash with the United States promises to be a highly anticipated encounter.

In another fixture on August 2, Egypt will play against Paraguay.

The match is scheduled for 5:00 p.m. GMT. Egypt’s advancement to this stage provides them with a favorable opportunity to secure a spot in the semi-finals.

The remaining quarter-final match-ups include France versus Argentina, which will kick off at 7:00 p.m. GMT on August 2.

Additionally, Spain will compete against Japan in a match scheduled for 3:00 p.m. GMT on the same day.

The quarter-finals are set to be a thrilling round, with teams from various continents battling for a place in the semi-finals.

Fans around the world will be keenly watching these matches as the quest for Olympic glory continues.