HAIAN DISWAY – Argentina managed to secure their qualification for the Copa America 2024 final after beating Canada 2-0 in the semi-final. The match took place at MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, New Jersey, on Wednesday morning, July 10, 2024 WIB.
Argentina’s first goal was scored by Julian Alvarez in the 22nd minute. Then superstar Lionel Messi (after waiting so long) scored a goal in the 51st minute.
It was Lionel Messi’s first goal in this edition of the Copa America. As well as his 14th goal in the international tournament on the American continent in total.
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The Argentina captain parried Enzo Fernandez’s shot from close range and slotted it into the Canadian goal early in the second half. He confirmed that his team will play in the final on Sunday, June 14, 2024.
Argentina vs Canada 2-0: Messi scores first goal to take Tango to 2024 Copa America final-Agustin Marcarian-Reuters via Guardian
This victory was very special for Argentina. Because it coincided with their independence day. The Albiceleste (the name of Argentina) also extended their unbeaten run to 10 matches.
“It’s crazy to remember what this team did. What the Argentine national team did, everything is extraordinary,” Messi said in an interview with mixed zone quoted Associated Press.
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“For those who are still surviving the old system, it is really impressive that the national team can qualify for the final again,” he continued. He hopes that Argentina, the reigning Copa America champions, can win the title. back to back.
The course of the Argentina vs Canada match
The semi-final match between Argentina and Canada was intense from the start. Both teams played at a high tempo. In the 11th minute, the Albiceleste almost took the lead thanks to a kick from Lionel Messi. Unfortunately, the kick was saved by Canadian goalkeeper Maxime Crépeau.
Argentina, the team coached by Lionel Scaloni, finally took the lead thanks to a goal from Julian Alvarez who received a pass from Rodrigo de Paul in the 22nd minute.
Argentina v Canada 2-0: Messi scores first goal to take Tango to 2024 Copa America final Photo: Julian Alvarez scores Argentina’s first goal.-Agustin Marcarian-Reuters via Guardian.
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