Olympics 2024: Morocco eliminates U.S. men in soccer quarters

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PARIS -- After a strong finish to the group stage raised dreams of a surprising run for the United States men's Olympic soccer team, the Americans saw their hopes erased on Friday -- in comprehensive fashion -- after a 4-0 defeat to Morocco at the Parc des Princes.

Paris Saint-Germain star Achraf Hakimi, playing in his club's home stadium, offered a suitable exclamation point for Morocco with a sharp finish after a blazing run on 70 minutes, but the U.S. felt all but gone even earlier.

Morocco's Achraf Hakimi and John Tolkin, of the United States, battle for the ball during their men's Olympic quarterfinal match on Friday.Illias Akhomach's goal had already created…