How Argentina’s Julian Alvarez Could ‘Complete’ Football at Paris 2024

At just 24 years old, Julian Alvarez is on the brink of 'completing' football. The Argentine forward has a golden opportunity to achieve this milestone by competing for an Olympic gold medal at Paris 2024.

Julian Alvarez’s Path to Football Glory

Less than two years ago, Alvarez was part of the Argentina squad that triumphed in Qatar, winning the 2022 World Cup. This victory was followed by an outstanding debut season with Manchester City, where he secured the Premier League, FA Cup, and UEFA Champions League titles. This remarkable achievement made him the first player to win a World Cup and a domestic treble in the same season.

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Olympic Football: Argentina at Paris 2024

Argentina is no stranger to Olympic success, having won gold at the Athens 2004 and Beijing 2008 Games. The team's current coach, Javier Mascherano, is a two-time Olympic gold medalist, having won alongside Lionel Messi.

However, their campaign at Paris 2024 began with controversy. Argentina's opening match against Morocco ended in a dramatic 2-1 defeat. An equalizer deep into stoppage time was disallowed, leading to a prolonged interruption and a controversial finish.

Determined to bounce back, Argentina faced Iraq in a must-win game and secured a comfortable 3-1 victory, with Alvarez providing two assists and leading by example.

The Significance of Olympic Gold for Julian Alvarez

While domestic football offers numerous trophies, nothing compares to the significance of an Olympic gold medal. For Alvarez, winning this accolade would be the pinnacle of his international career, completing his already impressive trophy collection.

Upcoming Challenge: Argentina vs. Ukraine

A win against Ukraine on July 30 would propel Argentina into the knockout stages, bringing Alvarez one step closer to completing his international football achievements with an Olympic gold medal.

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Julian Alvarez’s Stacked Trophy Cabinet

Argentina (2021–Present)

FIFA World Cup (2022)
Copa America (2021, 2024)
CONMEBOL–UEFA Cup of Champions (2022)
Manchester City (2022–Present)

Premier League (2022/23, 2023/24)
FA Cup (2022/23)
UEFA Champions League (2022/23)
UEFA Super Cup (2023)
FIFA Club World Cup (2023)
River Plate (2018–2022)

Argentine Primera Division (2021)
Copa Argentina (2018/19)
Supercopa Argentina (2019)
Trofeo de Campeones (2021)
Copa Libertadores (2018)
Recopa Sudamericana (2019)

Julian Alvarez’s journey at Paris 2024 is a testament to his remarkable talent and determination. As he aims to 'complete' football with an Olympic gold, fans around the world will be watching closely to see if he can achieve this extraordinary feat.

News Source:- olympics.com