Argentina managed a thin 1-0 win over Nigeria in a sizzling contest from the Bird's Nest national stadium in Beijing on Saturday. A lone goal from Angel Di Maria early in the second half sees the South Americans take home their second straight Men's Olympic Football gold, while Nigeria are forced to settle for consolation silver.
The match began promisingly enough with Lionel Messi and Sergio Aguero carving out early chances for the Argentines, and Solomon Okoronkwo and Peter Odemwingie looking dangerous for the Africans.
On ten minutes, the lively Okoronkwo looked to have committed a fatal mistake when he fouled Angel Di Maria and gifted Argentina a free-kick at the edge of the box. Luckily for the Hertha Berlin man, though, Riquelme blazed his try well over Ambruse Vanzekin's crossbar.
Only two minutes later, Okoronkwo - looking dangerous out on the right - linked up well with Odemwingie. But the danger-man with the bright red boots could only hit over from a tough angle inside the box.



SHANGHAI, China - Jo scored two goals and Diego added a third as Brazil beat Belgium 3-0 on Friday to win the bronze medal in men's soccer.
BEIJING (Reuters) - Argentina forward Sergio Aguero scored twice to help the Olympic champions to a 3-0 win over Brazil in their semi-final on Tuesday.
SHENYANG, China (AP) - Striker Rafael Sobis and defender Marcelo scored a goal each in extra time Saturday to give Brazil a 2-0 win over 10-man Cameroon and a spot in the semifinals of the Olympic football tournament.