A thrilling final versus Colombia on Sunday saw Argentina win their 16th Copa America title 1-0 in extra time. Lautaro Martinez of Inter Milan scored the winning goal in the 112th minute, delighting Albiceleste fans.
Crowd difficulties at Hard Rock Stadium delayed the fierce contest by nearly an hour. Argentina dominated again after winning the 2021 Copa America and 2022 World Cup.
Despite an ankle injury in the 64th minute, Lionel Messi was key to the team’s win. Fans worried when his non-contact injury prompted him to abandon the game. Despite his absence, Argentina survived.
Martinez scored after entering in the 97th minute. Martinez scored his 29th international goal with a right-footed drive over Colombian goalkeeper Camilo Vargas after Tottenham’s Giovani Lo Celso passed perfectly.
Colombia’s 28-game unbeaten record, which began following a loss to Argentina in February 2022, ended with this win. Messi, 37, may have played his last Copa America match after scoring one goal. This win adds to the eight-time Ballon d’Or winner’s many accomplishments.
Argentina’s third major trophy in three years cements their international football dominance.
Argentina Wins Copa America with Dramatic Extra-Time Goal
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