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Honduras forward Lozano says celebration was response to racist comments

Anthony Lozano says his goal celebration in Honduras' 1-1 draw with Argentina was in response to racist comments by an opponent.

Honduras striker Anthony Lozano said he received racist abuse from an Argentina player before scoring in his side's goal 1-1 draw in the Olympic football tournament.

Lozano struck after 75 minutes to give his side a 1-0 lead in their final Group D game, after Bryan Acosta had missed a first-half spot-kick for Honduras.

Mauricio Martinez grabbed a late equalizer for Argentina, but the result earned Honduras a place in the quarterfinals while the Albiceleste failed to qualify.