Spain Defeats France for Olympic Gold in Football

In a thrilling Olympic men's soccer final, Spain defeated France 5-3 after extra time, securing their first gold medal in men's football since 1992. Michael Olise, a standout player for France, was visibly devastated after the loss, being the only player to remove his silver medal during the presentation ceremony. Despite France's strong performance throughout the tournament, including a dramatic comeback to equalize in regulation time, they ultimately fell short against a resilient Spanish team led by Sergio Camello. Olise's contributions included two goals and five assists in six matches, highlighting his potential as he shifts focus to his new club, Bayern Munich. Director of Sport Max Eberl praised Olise's performance and expressed optimism for his future success. As the 22-year-old embarks on his Bundesliga journey, he aims to turn his silver medal disappointment into gold with Bayern.