Paris 2024: Morocco’s Rahimi makes Olympic history as ‘Top Scorer’
Moroccan football star Soufiane Rahimi has secured his place in Olympic history by emerging as the top scorer of the Paris 2024 Men’s Olympic Football Tournament.
The 28-year-old striker, who plays for Al Ain, netted an impressive eight goals throughout the competition, making him the tournament’s highest goal scorer.
Rahimi’s stellar performance was highlighted in Morocco’s commanding 6-0 victory over Egypt in the bronze medal match on Thursday, where he scored twice.
This triumph not only marked Morocco’s first-ever Olympic football medal but also showcased Rahimi’s extraordinary goal-scoring talents.
Throughout the tournament, Rahimi’s consistency was unmatched, as he became the first player in Olympic history to score in six consecutive matches.
His contributions were vital to Morocco’s journey, which saw them fall just short of the final but ultimately secure a historic bronze medal.
Teammates and opponents alike have lauded Rahimi’s impact. Ilias Akhomach, a key playmaker for Morocco, praised Rahimi, saying, “Rahimi is exceptional.
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I’ve played alongside him before, and we had an excellent understanding during these Games. His tournament performance was nothing short of excellent.”
Rahimi’s achievements at Paris 2024 have drawn comparisons to Morocco’s inspiring run to the semi-finals of the 2022 FIFA World Cup.
The atmosphere at the Stade de la Beaujoire in Nantes, where the bronze medal match was held, was reminiscent of the fervent support the Atlas Lions received during their historic World Cup campaign.
Rahimi’s record-breaking goal-scoring feat will undoubtedly be remembered as one of the standout moments of the Paris 2024 Olympics, solidifying his legacy in Moroccan football and beyond.
