Australia men at crossroads after Tokyo disappointment, Arnold exit
The 2020 Tokyo Olympics have come and gone; Joey Lynch offers thoughts on the past month, and of what lies ahead for Australia.
2020 Schedule
2020 Schedule
Japan enhance gold medal credentials, South Korea also advance to Olympic quarters
Japan and South Korea will once again represent Asia in Olympic Games men's football after both qualified for the quarterfinals.
Australia's Olympic exit vs. Egypt leaves Olyroos wondering what might have been
A much-changed Australia team was eliminated at the group stage, leaving them to wonder "what if?" while Egypt focus on a quarterfinal vs. Brazil.
Australia men crash out at Olympic group stage
Australia's men's Olympic football campaign that caused such excitement early is over after the Olyroos crashed out following a 2-0 loss to Egypt.
Spain's class too much for Australia but Olyroos' hopes high
Spain dominated the match against Australia with their young stars but Australia showed that they still have a future at the Olympics and beyond.
Australia qualification in balance after Spain loss
Spain captain Mikel Oyarzabal's winner means the Olyroos' hopes of qualifying for the quarterfinals come down to their final match against Egypt.
Australia's fearless approach earns shock win over Argentina
Australia got their first appearance at a men's Olympic football tournament since 2008 off to a dream start by beating Argentina.
Australia stun 10-man Argentina in opener
Australia started their Tokyo Olympics campaign in spectacular fashion with a surprising 2-0 victory over Argentina.
2020 Oly Ladder
| Group A | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Japan U23 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | +6 | 9 |
| Mexico U23 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | +5 | 6 |
| France U23 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | -6 | 3 |
| South Africa U23 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | -5 | 0 |
| Group B | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| South Korea U23 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | +9 | 6 |
| New Zealand U23 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| Romania U23 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | -3 | 4 |
| Honduras U23 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | -6 | 3 |
| Group C | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Spain U23 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | +1 | 5 |
| Egypt U23 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | +1 | 4 |
| Argentina U23 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | -1 | 4 |
| Australia U23 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | -1 | 3 |
| Group D | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Brazil U23 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | +4 | 7 |
| Ivory Coast U23 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | +1 | 5 |
| Germany U23 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | -1 | 4 |
| Saudi Arabia U23 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | -4 | 0 |
2020 Team LeadersMen's Olympic Tournament
- Goals
- Assists
RankingsMen's Olympic Tournament
Goal Difference-1Tied-8th
Goals Scored2Tied-13th
Assists2Tied-11th
Goals Conceded3Tied-2nd