Brazil striker Neymar shoots at goal despite the challenge of South Africa’s Abbubaker Mobara during last night’s Group A opener in Brasilia. The Olympic hosts were off to a frustrating start in the football tournament as they could not go beyond a goalless draw against South Africa. In the other match from Group A, Denmark and Iraq played out a 0-0 draw. Denmark hit the post after three minutes but Iraq had the best chances, with Ali Adnan forcing Danish keeper Jeppe Hojbjerg into three fine saves.

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