Argentina’s Julian Alvarez: Poised for Monumental Football Glory at Paris 2024
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Julian Alvarez: On the Brink of Completing Football at Just 24
At the young age of 24, Julian Alvarez stands on the cusp of an extraordinary achievement in football. The Argentine forward has the perfect chance to complete his impressive collection of titles over the next few weeks as he competes for Olympic gold at Paris 2024.
A Remarkable Journey
Less than two years ago, Alvarez was part of the Argentina squad that celebrated victory in Qatar, winning the 2022 World Cup. This incredible triumph was followed by an exceptional debut season with Manchester City, where he secured the treble—Premier League, FA Cup, and UEFA Champions League. This historic feat made him the first player ever to win both the World Cup and a domestic treble in the same season.
Adding to His Legacy
In addition to his World Cup and treble victories, Alvarez has also won the Copa America and Finalissima. With these accomplishments under his belt, there is little left for him to win before he can claim to have achieved everything in football.
Olympic Football: Argentina at Paris 2024
Argentina’s Quest for Gold
Argentina knows exactly what it takes to win gold at the Olympic Games. Having triumphed twice before—in Athens 2004 and Beijing 2008—this is familiar territory for them. Leading them towards glory is Javier Mascherano, a two-time gold medallist himself, who won one alongside the legendary Lionel Messi.
A Rocky Start
Despite their storied past, Argentina’s Paris 2024 campaign did not get off to a smooth start. In one of the most controversial moments of the Games, even before the opening ceremony, Mascherano’s men were beaten 2-1 by Morocco in dramatic fashion.
Having equalized deep into stoppage time (106 minutes into the match), the Argentines and their fans thought they had salvaged a point with a 2-2 draw. However, the referee halted the game amidst the uproar in the stadium, sending the players back down the tunnel. After nearly two hours, the players returned to play the remaining three minutes after Argentina’s equalizer was ruled out for offside. Morocco held onto their lead, securing a shocking victory in the opener.
Bouncing Back
Facing a must-win situation against Iraq, Argentina rose to the challenge with a comfortable 3-1 victory. Julian Alvarez shone brightest, registering two assists and leading by example to guide his team to a crucial win. This result bolstered their chances of advancing to the knockout stages.
The Path to Glory
With every victory, Argentina edges closer to an all-time great campaign. While domestic football offers numerous trophies, nothing quite compares to the prestige of a treble. On the international stage, Alvarez has already checked off every major accolade—except for Olympic gold.
Securing gold at Paris 2024 could be among the sweetest triumphs of his career, given its significance. A win against Ukraine on Tuesday, July 30, would ensure Alvarez and his team a spot in the knockout stage, bringing him one step closer to ‘completing’ international football with the last medal on his wishlist.
Julian Alvarez’s Stacked Trophy Cabinet
Argentina (2021–Present)
- FIFA World Cup: 2022
- Copa America: 2021, 2024
- CONMEBOL–UEFA Cup of Champions: 2022
Manchester City (2022–Present)
- Premier League: 2022/23, 2023/24
- FA Cup: 2022/23
- UEFA Champions League: 2022/23
- UEFA Super Cup: 2023
- FIFA Club World Cup: 2023
River Plate (2018–2022)
- Argentine Primera Division: 2021
- Copa Argentina: 2018/19
- Supercopa Argentina: 2019
- Trofeo de Campeones: 2021
- Copa Libertadores: 2018
- Recopa Sudamericana: 2019
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