Pitch Invaded As Protest Mars Opening Match At Paris Olympics

Moroccan Fans Erupt in Chaos After Controversial Goal Concedes Defeat

Pitch Invaded as Protest Mars Opening Match at Paris Olympics

Confusion and Controversy Plague Argentina's Opening Game

The Paris Olympics got off to a chaotic start on Wednesday as Morocco fans stormed the pitch during the men's soccer tournament opener against Argentina.

Trailing 2-0 for much of the match, Argentina snatched a late victory with a controversial 106th-minute goal by Cristian Medina. The goal sparked outrage among Moroccan fans who believed Argentina had committed a foul in the build-up.

As the final whistle blew, hundreds of fans rushed the pitch in protest, forcing the match officials to abandon the game. The pitch invasion led to a tense stand-off between players, fans, and security personnel.

The incident cast a shadow over what was meant to be a celebration of the sport. Argentina, who have won the Olympic gold medal in men's soccer twice before, had been favored to win against Morocco in the opening match of Group B.

Despite the chaotic finish, Argentina secured a 3-2 victory that puts them in a strong position to advance to the knockout stages. However, the controversy surrounding the winning goal is likely to overshadow the team's victory.