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Sixteen men’s soccer teams, including soccer powers Argentina, Brazil and Italy, have qualified for the Beijing Olympics. The United States men will also make their first Olympic appearance since 2000. The teams have been divided into four groups of four teams each. The top two finishers in each group will qualify for the knockout stage.  For the Olympic schedule, click here.

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Group B

Group C

Group D

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16 men's and 12 women's soccer teams have been divided into groups of four.  The top finishers in each group will advance to the knock-out stage.  

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