Ranking the 5 favourites to win the football gold medal at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics

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#3 France

France v Croatia - 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia Final

France had a few issues with clubs refusing to let go of their players, and as a result, they announced a completely new squad a few days ago.

World Cup winner Florian Thauvin has been named in the squad, having recently joined Tigres UANL on a free transfer. His clubmate Andre-Pierre Gignac has been included as well, with the over-age player quota rounded off by Montpellier midfielder Teji Savanier.

France's immense talent across various age groups is well known. This is reflected in their Tokyo Olympics squad, with AC Milan defender Pierre Kalulu, Hertha Berlin midfielder Lucas Tousart and Paris Saint-Germain defender Timothee Pembele all named. After a disappointing Euro 2020 tournament, French fans will be hoping for a stronger performance by their nation at the Tokyo Olympics.

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#2 Brazil

Brazil v Paraguay: Quarterfinal - Copa America Brazil 2019

The biggest name in the Tokyo Olympics' men's football tournament is a part of the Brazil squad.

Dani Alves has been named by manager Andre Jardine in Brazil's 22-man squad for the Olympics. The veteran right-back, regarded as one of the greatest to have played the game, will surely start each and every game for his nation at the competition.

🇧🇷 Dani Alves🇪🇬 Mohamed El-Shenawy🇫🇷 Andre-Pierre Gignac🇨🇮 Franck Kessie🇩🇪 Max Kruse🇲🇽 Diego Lainez🇪🇸 Dani Olmo🇪🇸 Mikel Oyarzabal🇧🇷 Richarlison💫 Some serious talent is headed to play #OlympicFootball at #Tokyo2020 👉 https://t.co/TfuRdcEOqo pic.twitter.com/H9qgihjOq2

— FIFA.com (@FIFAcom) July 7, 2021

Alongside Alves, Everton's Richarlison, Arsenal's Gabriel Martinelli and Sevilla's Diego Carlos have been included. Brazil have announced an enviable squad and will be among the favourites to win the gold medal.

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#1 Spain

Italy v Spain - UEFA Euro 2020: Semi-final

Spain have arguably named the best squad in the competition, with quality in every position.

The likes of Unai Simon, Pedri, Mikel Oyarzabal, Pau Torres, Dani Olmo and Eric Garcia all played crucial roles at Euro 2020, as Spain reached the semi-finals of the tournament. Pedri, in particular, was sensational and was named in the team of the tournament.

In August 2019, Pedri made his senior debut at 16 years old:◉ 07/2020: Joins Barcelona◉ 09/2020: UCL debut◉ 03/2021: Spain debut◉ 04/2021: First trophy◉ 07/2021: Young Player of the Tournament at #EURO2020 His rise has been nothing short of spectacular. 🤩 pic.twitter.com/iVSNG6NOpZ

— Squawka Football (@Squawka) July 11, 2021

Complemeting these players are names like Dani Ceballos, Oscar Mingueza and Marco Asensio. Spain manager Luis de la Fuente has a lot of options and La Furia Roja have what it takes to succeed at the Tokyo Olympics.

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