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Spain have lost only once in their opening matches across 5 Olympic games, while France take on Spain.
Spain's Olympic football team will kick off their campaign against Uzbekistan, marking the start of their journey to add Olympic gold to their recent European Championship success.
The match holds special significance for Uzbekistan, making their historic debut in the Olympic Games, while Spain aims to capitalize on their momentum from their senior team's triumph in the Euros.
Although Spain's European Champion squad will not participate, Spain arrives in France with confidence and a desire to extend their success to the Olympic stage.
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Manager Santi Denia has infused his squad with experience, including two players from the championship-winning senior team, Alex Baena and Fermin Lopez.
This blend of seasoned winners and young talents provides Spain with a formidable roster capable of making a deep run in the tournament.
Historically strong in Olympic football, albeit having settled for silver on three occasions, Spain aims to rectify their runner-up status from the 2020 Tokyo Games.
Led by captain Abel Ruiz, whose stellar performance at the Under-21 Euros showcased his scoring prowess, Spain boasts a balanced squad ready to compete at the highest level.
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For Uzbekistan, the match against Spain marks a monumental occasion as they step onto the Olympic stage for the first time as a team.
Coach Timur Kapadze has carefully cultivated a squad with investments in domestic football, although the transition from club to national team dynamics presents challenges.
Despite being labelled underdogs, Uzbekistan carries the pride of their qualification victory over Indonesia and will look to leverage the goal-scoring prowess of Khusain Norchaev.
Spain enters the match with a strong record in opening Olympic fixtures, having lost just one of their last five inaugural matches.
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Their tactical depth, honed by recent championship experience, positions them as favorites against Uzbekistan's spirited debutants.
Spain's ambition extends beyond their European triumph; they aim to emulate the achievement of their 1992 predecessors who claimed Olympic gold.
Uzbekistan, on the other hand, seeks to defy the odds and establish their presence on the global football stage, beginning with a challenging test against one of the tournament favourites.
While Spain rides high on their recent continental success, Uzbekistan's journey begins with aspirations of making a memorable mark.
Taking to the field, all eyes will be on whether Spain can translate their championship form into Olympic glory, or if Uzbekistan can spring a surprise in their historic maiden appearance.
Among the opening games, France will take on USA at 10pm while Argentina battle with Morocco with the aim of alleviating themselves of previous Olympic disappointments.
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