The U.S. Men’s Olympic Soccer Team secured a triumphant 3-0 victory over Guinea in Spain as they gear up for the 2024 Paris Olympics. The match, held in Girona on March 22, 2024, showcased an outstanding performance by forward Griffin Yow, who contributed to two goals and sparked a third for the USA.
This victory marks the first appearance of the U.S. Men’s U-23 National Team at the Games since 2008. The team’s impressive display in this match has heightened anticipation for their upcoming participation in the Olympics. The U.S. could potentially face Guinea again in the group stage at the Olympics, should the National Elephants emerge victorious in the intercontinental playoff against the fourth-place finisher from Asian qualifying.
Next on the agenda for the U.S. team is a visit to Olympic opening game opponent France on Monday, March 25 at 3 p.m. ET in Montbeliard, as confirmed by the U.S. Soccer Website and App.
Yow, who has been called up to the National Team following a successful stint in Belgium with KVC Westerlo, made a significant impact during the match, providing two crucial assists and contributing to Gomez’s goal. The game was characterized by end-to-end action from the outset, with Guinea displaying spirited resilience.
The Americans took the lead early in the game, with Harriel netting his first goal of the Olympic cycle just minutes after the seventh-minute threat posed by Guinea. The U.S. team’s dominance in possession and effective press tactics troubled Guinea, allowing for several line-breaking passes and ultimately securing a convincing victory.
