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Argentina knocked out of Rio 2016 Olympics

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Argentina knocked out of Rio 2016 Olympics

The two time champions of the tournament have been knocked out of the Rio 2016 Olympics.

Argentina, back to back winners in 2004 and 2008 drew 1-1 against Honduras and were not able to make it out of the group. The team is eliminated due to goal difference with Honduras and group leaders Portugal making it to the next round. Without team captain Victor CUESTA, the team missed a few chances in front of goal, most notably the new West Ham player Jonathan CALLERI.

With the score at 0-0, goalkeeper Geronimo RULLI made a fantastic save which was later overshadowed by a penalty kick save just moments afterwards. Still at 0-0, it was Angel CORREA’s chance to give Argentina the lead as they were awarded a penalty kick but his shot did not go in.

Honduras took the lead (ironically enough through a penalty) but a deflected free kick by Mauricio MARTINEZ tied it at 1-1. However, they couldn’t score the second goal and the team got eliminated.

Argentina vs. Honduras, all the information

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Argentina vs. Honduras, all the information

Argentina will need 3 points to make it out of the group as they play Honduras on Wednesday.

After picking up their first points and scoring their first goals at this Olympics, Argentina go into Wednesday knowing that only a win will send them through to the next round. The team will be without their captain Victor CUESTA who got suspended after picking up two yellow cards in the last match.

Don’t forget to submit you prediction for the match below!

Kick-off is at 12:00pm Eastern. Click here for your time zone. Here are the television listings for the match:

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Paulo Dybala: “I’ve already told HIGUAIN…”

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Paulo Dybala: “I’ve already told HIGUAIN…”

Speaking to the media in Italy, Juventus striker Paulo DYBALA commented on the signing of Gonzalo HIGUAIN to the club.

DYBALA spoke about the competition and even who will take the penalty kicks at the club. Here’s what he had to say:

“I’ve already told Higuain that I will take the first penalty at Juventus.”

“It’s going to be much more difficult for him (HIGUAIN) here at Juve, because there’s a great deal of competition. Hype can be dangerous. The only thing that matters here is winning, but we are ready.”

Pablo ZABALETA to stay at City, DEMICHELIS to Espanyol

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Pablo ZABALETA to stay at City, DEMICHELIS to Espanyol

Pablo ZABALETA has confirmed that he will be staying at Manchester City this season while Martin DEMICHELIS has found a new club.

After rumors that new Manchester City Pep GUARDIOLA would not be counting on ZABALETA for this season, ZABALETA has stated that he will be staying in England. ZABALETA, who was linked to a move to AS Roma, had this to say:

“I don’t know how many times I was away to Italy. It was incredible. Every day there was a new club. I’ve always been away from that because I knew from the first day it was my decision (to stay).”

“I had been told by the new manager that I was part of this squad for this season, so I am more than pleased for this because City was my priority.”

“I know I only have one year left on my contract, so that creates a lot of speculation about my future but I didn’t decide anything before I came back for pre-season to meet the manager and hear from him what was my situation.”

“I am so happy to be part of Manchester City for this season.”

Pablo ZABALETA’s former team mate at Manchester City, Martin DEMICHELIS, saw his contract run to an end at the club. DEMICHELIS is set to join Spanish club Espanyol.

Edgardo BAUZA in Barcelona for MESSI and MASCHERANO

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Edgardo BAUZA in Barcelona for MESSI and MASCHERANO

Edgardo BAUZA has landed in Barcelona ahead of talks with the two captains.

New Argentina National Team coach Edgardo BAUZA is in Barcelona to speak to Lionel MESSI and Javier MASCHERANO. BAUZA commented upon landing in Barcelona. Here’s what he had to say:

“The sensations are good. I’m not here (in Barcelona) to convince MESSI of anything. But Leo can tell me about his frustrations. I can express to MESSI my ideas regarding Argentina so he can feel comfortable and see if he decides to change retirement decision. I am in Barcelona to have chat with MESSI and MASCHERANO. At some point in next 48 hours, we will meet up”

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