Olympics-Soccer-Spain's men reassert dominance, U.S. women reclaim throne


Paris 2024 Olympics - Football - Men's Victory Ceremony - Parc des Princes, Paris, France - August 09, 2024. Gold medallists Spain celebrate on the podium. REUTERS/Paul Childs/File Photo

PARIS (Reuters) - Spain's men added their first Olympic soccer gold medal in 32 years to their glittering trophy cabinet, while the U.S. women's team won a record-extending fifth title and their first since London 2012 before packed crowds at the Paris Games.

Coming off European Championship success for their men's senior and under-19 teams, Spain's under-23 side capped a golden summer by winning the title in an epic clash with hosts France that they won 5-3 after extra time at Parc des Princes.

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