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Group B of the 2024 Olympic Games remains wide open, with all teams level on three points after two matches. Ukraine rebounded from their initial loss to Iraq with a remarkable 2-1 victory over Morocco, despite being reduced to ten men. This win showcases their resilience, although they'll miss midfielder Volodymyr Salyuk due to suspension following his red card.

Ukraine's excitement of their first Olympic Games appearance may have led to their 2-1 defeat against Iraq in their Group B opener, despite scoring first. They now face pressure to avoid an early exit as they prepare to face Morocco. Manager Ruslan Rotan, drawing from his 100 caps for the senior national side, will need to devise a winning strategy.

After a stunning fourth-placed finish at the 2004 Olympics, Iraq have struggled to make an impact, failing to qualify in 2008, 2012, and 2020 while suffering elimination at the group stage in 2016. Motivated by past shortcomings, the Lions of Babylon aim to impress in Paris, having secured their spot by finishing third in the AFC U-23 Asian Cup earlier this year.

Ukraine and Belgium are set for a historic first-ever encounter in a crucial Group E finale at Euro 2024. With all four teams in the group tied on three points, this match will determine who advances and potentially secures the top spot. Ukraine, participating in their fourth consecutive Euro finals, are riding high after a comeback 2-1 victory against Slovakia, showcasing their resilience and fighting spirit.

Slovakia (FIFA Rank: #48) pulled off the first big shock of Euro 2024, and statistically one of the biggest upsets in European Championship history, as they beat Belgium 1-0 in their opening game. They have now put themselves in pole position to reach the knockout stage from Group E, and though they needed a helping hand or two from VAR to get over the line against Belgium, the victory only extended an impressive record under the tutelage of Francesco Calzona.

Recent results suggest Romania are not in peak form ahead of Euro 2024, with head coach Edward Iordănescu hoping his side save their best for when it really matters. Back-to-back 0-0 warm-up draws against Bulgaria and Liechtenstein have made it four winless games (D3, L1) for a country playing their first major tournament in eight years.