Thiago Almada's Stunning Solo Goal Propels Argentina to Olympic Quarterfinals

Thiago Almada's remarkable solo goal helped Argentina defeat Ukraine 2-0, securing a spot in the Olympic men's soccer quarterfinals. Claudio Echeverri added a late goal. Meanwhile, Egypt advanced by beating Spain 2-1, with Ibrahim Adel scoring twice. The Dominican Republic drew with Uzbekistan 1-1, but failed to advance.

Thiago Almada scored a brilliant solo goal, leading Argentina to a 2-0 victory over Ukraine and advancing to the Olympic men's soccer quarterfinals on Tuesday.

Two minutes into the second half in Lyon, Almada's strike set Argentina on course for the knockout stage. Claudio Echeverri sealed the triumph in the 91st minute.

Morocco also moved forward by defeating Iraq 3-0 in Nice.

Egypt advanced to the quarterfinals atop its group by defeating Spain 2-1 in Bordeaux, courtesy of Ibrahim Adel's twin goals. Spain aimed for a first-place finish in Group C but was leapfrogged by Egypt. Meanwhile, the Dominican Republic tied with Uzbekistan 1-1, which wasn't enough to progress.

(With inputs from agencies.)