Open Extended ReactionsWhen Nigeria and Cameroon won back-to-back men's Olympic football gold medals in 1996 and 2000, it felt as though Africa was finally primed to start competing at the business end of major tournaments. Here's all you need to know about Africa's chances in the men's football tournament at the 2024 Olympic Games. Morocco wideman Abde Ezzalzouli may be one of the stars of the 2024 Olympic football tournament. Olympic pedigree: While Nigeria and Cameroon reached the pinnacle of Olympic football, Egypt are the continent's most consistent qualifiers, having reached the tournament on 14 previous occasions (two of which were withdrawals). He's already been capped by the senior team, and should be a joy to watch at the Games.

Source: The North Africa Journal July 23, 2024 07:26 UTC