Uruguay wins third-place Copa America playoff on penalties, Luis Suarez the hero
5 months, 1 week ago

Uruguay wins third-place Copa America playoff on penalties, Luis Suarez the hero

New York Times  

Of course, it had to be Luis Suarez. LUIS SUÁREZ TIES IT IN THE 92ND MINUTE 😱🇺🇾 pic.twitter.com/lD1toPMhUX — FOX Soccer July 14, 2024 Throw in two former Leeds United coaches’ pre-match comments — Marcelo Bielsa said the tournament was “unprofessional” and Jesse Marsch claimed his side has been treated like “second-class” citizens — and this was always going to be a lively encounter. Undoubtedly Bielsa — and Uruguay’s entire squad — entered tonight’s match with much to play for beyond prize money and the tournament table. Canada’s new head coach heavily rotated with four players making their first start of Copa America. GO DEEPER USMNT, Canada and Mexico: How the 2026 World Cup hosts fared at Copa America Outside of some nervy moments from De Fougerolles, Canada’s new starters showed well.

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Frustrating farewell for Luis Suarez as Uruguay held by Paraguay
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Frustrating farewell for Luis Suarez as Uruguay held by Paraguay

The Hindu  

Luis Suarez bade a frustrating farewell to international football on Friday as Uruguay were held to a 0-0 draw by Paraguay in South American 2026 World Cup qualifying. Suarez, 37, announced on Monday he was stepping down from international duty after a glittering 17-year career for Uruguay that saw him finish as the country’s top scorer with 69 goals from …

​National spirit: On the European Championship and the Copa America
5 months, 1 week ago

​National spirit: On the European Championship and the Copa America

The Hindu  

There has long been an apprehension among football’s romantics that clubs were slowly chipping away at the popularity of the international game. And wherever the best talent goes, play tends to be better, and the long club seasons provide ample time and space for tactics to develop, styles to evolve, and thereby skew spectator interest. Spain’s triumph for a fourth …

Images of Lionel Messi's ‘destroyed’ ankle go viral after freak Copa America final injury
5 months, 1 week ago

Images of Lionel Messi's ‘destroyed’ ankle go viral after freak Copa America final injury

Hindustan Times  

Lionel Messi went from crying tears of pain to tears of joy within minutes as Argentina won the 2024 Copa America by beating Colombia 1-0 in extra-time. Striker Lautaro Martinez scored the decisive goal in the second-half of extra-time and thus helped Argentina lift their second consecutive Copa America and their third consecutive major title, having also won the 2022 …

Lionel Messi's pain turns into jubilation, lets out raw emotions during Argentina's Copa America title celebration
5 months, 1 week ago

Lionel Messi's pain turns into jubilation, lets out raw emotions during Argentina's Copa America title celebration

Hindustan Times  

Lionel Messi was left inconsolable as he broke down in tears after being forced off injured during the second half of the Copa America 2024 final between reigning world champions Argentina and Colombia at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami. However, in less than an hour's time, all his tears and pain turned into jubilation as Argentina successfully defended the …

Copa America Final: Argentina wins record 16th Copa America title, beats Colombia 1-0 after Lautaro Martinez’s extra-time goal
5 months, 1 week ago

Copa America Final: Argentina wins record 16th Copa America title, beats Colombia 1-0 after Lautaro Martinez’s extra-time goal

The Hindu  

Argentina won its second straight Copa America championship, overcoming Lionel Messi’s second-half leg injury to beat Colombia 1-0 Sunday night on Lautaro Martínez’s 112th-minute goal. Martínez later ran to that bench to hug his captain after the goal that propelled Argentina to its record 16th Copa title. Late start In a match that started 1 hour, 22 minutes late because …

Argentina win record 16th Copa America in match marred by crowd chaos
5 months, 1 week ago

Argentina win record 16th Copa America in match marred by crowd chaos

Al Jazeera  

Argentina beat Colombia 1-0 in extra time as the play was delayed by more than an hour with fans trying to storm the Hard Rock Stadium. Argentina have lifted their 16th Copa America title, with their biggest star Lionel Messi likely bidding farewell to international football. Argentina’s latest title, their 16th Copa win, comes on the back of their triumphs …

Copa America 2024: Argentina seek 'triple crown' as Colombia aim for upset in final
5 months, 1 week ago

Copa America 2024: Argentina seek 'triple crown' as Colombia aim for upset in final

Firstpost  

Argentina are looking to emulate Spain who are the only other team in international football to have won a World Cup in between two straight continental titles Colombia will take on Argentina in the Copa America final. AP Argentina can become the first South American team to win the ’triple crown’ of three straight major tournament titles if they can …

Argentina overcomes Lionel Messi injury to repeat as Copa América champions
5 months, 1 week ago

Argentina overcomes Lionel Messi injury to repeat as Copa América champions

LA Times  

Lionel Messi hoists the Copa América championship trophy while celebrating with teammates following a 1-0 victory over Colombia at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Fla., on Sunday. Argentina won its second straight Copa América championship, overcoming Lionel Messi’s second-half leg injury to beat Colombia 1-0 Sunday night on Lautaro Martínez’s 112th-minute goal. In a match that started 1 hour, …

Suárez gets stoppage-time goal, Uruguay beats Canada 4-3 in shootout for 3rd place in Copa America
5 months, 1 week ago

Suárez gets stoppage-time goal, Uruguay beats Canada 4-3 in shootout for 3rd place in Copa America

New Indian Express  

CHARLOTTE: Luis Suárez still has a knack for big plays. The 37-year-old Suárez, Uruguay's career scoring leader, tied the score two minutes into second-half stoppage time, and Uruguay beat Canada 4-3 on penalty kicks after a 2-2 draw on Saturday night to finish third in the Copa America. Uruguay goalkeeper Sergio Rochet saved Ismaël Koné's weak penalty kick after the …

Lionel Messi looks to lead Argentina to record 16th Copa America title in duel with Colombia
5 months, 1 week ago

Lionel Messi looks to lead Argentina to record 16th Copa America title in duel with Colombia

Associated Press  

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — Lionel Messi is one win from leading Argentina to a record 16th Copa America title. “I’m concerned about what could happen tomorrow,” Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni said through an interpreter. Goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez added it “would be great if we could reinforce security.” CONMEBOL said in a news release that “any action that tarnishes a global …

Canada vs Uruguay, Copa America 2024: Predicted lineups, team news, formations for CAN v URU third place match
5 months, 1 week ago

Canada vs Uruguay, Copa America 2024: Predicted lineups, team news, formations for CAN v URU third place match

The Hindu  

Uruguay will be hoping to leave the Copa America 2024 with some silverware when it faces a spirited Canada in the third place match on Saturday at the Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina. Canada head coach Jesse Marsch will continue to not have midfielder Tajon Buchanan available for selection after the player went through a surgery for …

Uruguay coach Bielsa defends players after Copa America brawl
5 months, 1 week ago

Uruguay coach Bielsa defends players after Copa America brawl

The Hindu  

Uruguay coach Marcelo Bielsa on Friday defended his players involved in a clash with Colombian fans after Wednesday’s Copa America semifinal, saying “anyone would have reacted like that” to protect their families. WATCH: Scenes turn ugly after Copa America 2024 semifinal as Uruguay players fight with Colombian fans “The players reacted as any human being would have done if they …

Colombia Beat Uruguay 1-0 In Copa America 2024 Semifinal, Set To Face Lionel Messi's Argentina In Final
5 months, 1 week ago

Colombia Beat Uruguay 1-0 In Copa America 2024 Semifinal, Set To Face Lionel Messi's Argentina In Final

ABP News  

Colombia secured a thrilling 1-0 victory over Uruguay in the Copa America 2024 semifinal at Bank of America Stadium in North Carolina, United States on Thursday, July 11. ALSO ON ABP Live | India Unlikely To Tour Pakistan For 2025 ICC Champions Trophy, BCCI Eyes These Nations As Alternative Venues 10-Man Colombia Go Past Uruguay To Enter Copa America 2024 …

No bed of roses - Scaloni hails Argentina’s grit after making Copa America 2024 final
5 months, 2 weeks ago

No bed of roses - Scaloni hails Argentina’s grit after making Copa America 2024 final

The Hindu  

Argentina’s path to the Copa America final has been no bed of roses, coach Lionel Scaloni said, as he lauded his players for their performance in Tuesday’s 2-0 semi-final win over Canada. Julian Alvarez and Lionel Messi scored to secure Argentina’s spot in the final of a third straight major tournament after their victories at the 2022 World Cup and …

Copa America 2024: Uruguay looks to slow down surging Colombia entering semifinals
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Copa America 2024: Uruguay looks to slow down surging Colombia entering semifinals

The Hindu  

Uruguay is two wins away from a record-setting 16th Copa America title. “It is a team that has been working together for a while, and that allows them to have a good start together,” said Uruguay coach Marcelo Bielsa. “Both teams are going to adjust.” While it may not have been pretty, the win moved Uruguay a step closer to …

Messi’s 109th goal leads defending champion Argentina over Canada 2-0 and into Copa America final
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Messi’s 109th goal leads defending champion Argentina over Canada 2-0 and into Copa America final

Associated Press  

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Lionel Messi and Argentina moved within one win of joining Spain as the only nations to win three straight major titles. “It’s insane what this team has done, what the Argentina national team is doing,” Messi said Tuesday night after his 109th international goal sealed a 2-0 victory over Canada that earned a berth in this …

Canada had a free hit at Copa America – it has lessons to learn for the 2026 World Cup
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Canada had a free hit at Copa America – it has lessons to learn for the 2026 World Cup

New York Times  

EAST RUTHERFORD, New Jersey – Jesse Marsch pulled his team together in the moments after a crushing 2-0 loss to world champions Argentina in the Copa America semifinal and delivered a message he wanted them to remember. If Canada’s squad players come out of Copa America feeling buoyed by their experience, the tournament will have been even more of a …

Argentina vs Canada, Copa America 2024: Key battles to look out for in ARG v CAN semifinal clash
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Argentina vs Canada, Copa America 2024: Key battles to look out for in ARG v CAN semifinal clash

The Hindu  

Argentina takes on Canada in the Copa America 2024 semifinal on Tuesday at the MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford. FOLLOW: LIVE updates from the Argentina vs Canada Copa America semifinal Star-studded Argentina has among its ranks enough players who can turn the game around with their brilliance, while debutant Canada too has shown that its players can spring up a …

Copa America semifinal: Lionel Messi will start against Canada, says Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Copa America semifinal: Lionel Messi will start against Canada, says Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi won't be stopped by a leg injury and will play in Argentina's Copa America semifinal against Canada on July 9 night. At 37, Messi has 13 Copa America goals and is four behind the record shared by Argentina's Norberto Méndez and Brazil's Zizinho but hasn't scored in this year's tournament. When he's available, he will play.” Seeking a …

‘Maritime Messi’, the napper and the ‘rock’: Inside the Canada team taking on Argentina
5 months, 2 weeks ago

‘Maritime Messi’, the napper and the ‘rock’: Inside the Canada team taking on Argentina

New York Times  

EAST RUTHERFORD, New Jersey – “We want to win,” said Canada defender Richie Laryea. “And he was a mature 18-year-old.” During oppressive midday heat in Kansas City during Canada’s 1-0 win over Peru in the second group game, assistant referee Humberto Panjoj collapsed. “Richie is one of the guys who started that… ‘We don’t take s**t from anybody we play …

Colombia vs Panama highlights, COL 5-0 PAN, Copa America 2024: Los Cafeteros comfortably enters semifinals
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Colombia vs Panama highlights, COL 5-0 PAN, Copa America 2024: Los Cafeteros comfortably enters semifinals

The Hindu  

HIGHLIGHTS STARTING XIs Colombia: Vargas, Mojica, Cuesta, Sanchez, Munoz, Arias, Uribe, Rios, Diaz, Cordoba, Rodriguez Panama: Mosquera, Blackman, Cordoba, Martinez, Barcenas, Welch, Davis, Fajardo, Murillo, Farina, Miller PREVIEW Panama will aim to continue its fairytale run at the Copa America against a high-flying Colombia in the quarter-finals on Saturday in Glendale, Arizona. Panama finished second in Group C, outperforming the …

Canada beats Venezuela in extra round of penalty kicks, reaches semifinals in 1st Copa America
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Canada beats Venezuela in extra round of penalty kicks, reaches semifinals in 1st Copa America

Associated Press  

ARLINGTON, Texas — Canada hasn’t scored much on the way to the semifinals of its first Copa America. The Canadians won 4-3 on penalty kicks following a 1-1 draw in the quarterfinals, keeping Venezuela from advancing to the Copa America semifinals for the first time since 2011. You can see that this team is building.” Jacob Shaffelburg scored in the …

After statement Copa America win, Canada’s men’s national team might never look the same again
5 months, 2 weeks ago

After statement Copa America win, Canada’s men’s national team might never look the same again

New York Times  

ARLINGTON, Texas – One by one, Canada’s players left their dressing room, some arm-in-arm, some strutting with open cans of cold beer in hand. Ismael Kone, who scored Canada’s winning penalty in a dramatic quarter-final win over Venezuela, carried a speaker over his head blaring out hip-hop music as he strolled past dozens of stunned Venezuelan journalists. Qualifying for the …

Venezuela vs Canada highlights, VEN 1-1 CAN, Copa America 2024: Les Rogues win penalty shootout (4-3) to make maiden semifinals
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Venezuela vs Canada highlights, VEN 1-1 CAN, Copa America 2024: Les Rogues win penalty shootout (4-3) to make maiden semifinals

The Hindu  

HIGHLIGHTS STARTING XIs Venezuela : Romo, Navarro, Osorio, Ferraresi, Aramburu, Herrera, Martinez, Soteldo, Casseres, Bello, Rondon Canada : Crepeau, Davies, Cornelius, Bombito, Johnston, Eustaquio, Osorio, Shaffelburg, David, Laryea, Larin PREVIEW Venezuela and Canada face off each other in a quarterfinal clash in the Copa America 2024 on Friday at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. Venezuela must put their recent …

Argentina reaches Copa America semifinals, beating Ecuador 4-2 on penalty kicks after 1-1 draw
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Argentina reaches Copa America semifinals, beating Ecuador 4-2 on penalty kicks after 1-1 draw

Associated Press  

HOUSTON — Lionel Messi stepped up to take Argentina’s first penalty kick in a Copa America shootout against Ecuador, just like he did in the 2022 World Cup final victory over France. “I was pretty upset,” he said, “but at the same time I was secure.” He had confidence in goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez, who saved Argentina’s bid for a second …

Copa America 2024: Smooth sailing for Argentina, Uruguay emerges as credible challengers
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Copa America 2024: Smooth sailing for Argentina, Uruguay emerges as credible challengers

The Hindu  

The 48th edition of the Copa America began on June 14, with the United States hosting the tournament. Uruguay looking strong under Marcelo Bielsa Amidst all the hype surrounding Argentina, Marcelo Bielsa’s Uruguay has flexed its muscles, making a strong case for being favourites to clinch the title for a record 16th time in Copa America 2024. | Photo Credit: …

The Copa America quarterfinals will have plenty of intrigue, even if Lionel Messi can’t participate
5 months, 2 weeks ago

The Copa America quarterfinals will have plenty of intrigue, even if Lionel Messi can’t participate

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Lionel Messi’s leg injury was the only major obstacle that fell into Argentina’s path while it rolled through group play and into the Copa America quarterfinals. The 15-time Copa America champion Albiceleste are still the undeniable favorites in the Americas’ biggest soccer tournament when quarterfinal play gets underway, but the other 15-time Copa champs — Uruguay — …

US prepared to face South American power Uruguay with its Copa America future hanging in the balance
5 months, 3 weeks ago

US prepared to face South American power Uruguay with its Copa America future hanging in the balance

Associated Press  

— The future of the U.S. in the Copa America tournament will be decided after 90 minutes against Uruguay on Monday night. “There can’t be more pressure on the outside than what we put on ourselves as staff and as players, and how we want to perform,” Berhalter said Sunday. And that’s what is motivating us.” Pulisic also does buy …

Copa America: No Messi, no problem as Argentina downs Peru; Canada advance
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Copa America: No Messi, no problem as Argentina downs Peru; Canada advance

The Hindu  

Argentina shrugged off the injury absence of Lionel Messi to maintain their perfect start at the Copa America on June 29 with a 2-0 victory over Peru in Miami. Lautaro Martinez scored twice at the Hard Rock Stadium to seal a win that ensured Argentina advance to the quarterfinals as Group A winners. With Messi sidelined after complaining of a …

Canada advances to Copa America quarterfinals in first appearance after scoreless draw with Chile
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Canada advances to Copa America quarterfinals in first appearance after scoreless draw with Chile

Associated Press  

ORLANDO, Fla. — Maxime Crépeau finished with three saves to lead Canada to a scoreless draw with Chile at Inter&Co Stadium on Saturday night, sending the Canadians to the quarterfinal round of Copa America in their first appearance. Chile was forced to play a man down after Gabriel Suazo was issued a second yellow card in the 27th minute, but …

Canada beats Peru 1-0 at Copa America on David goal, first win over South American team in 24 years
5 months, 4 weeks ago

Canada beats Peru 1-0 at Copa America on David goal, first win over South American team in 24 years

Associated Press  

KANSAS CITY, Kan. — Jonathan David scored in the 74th minute, and Canada beat Peru 1-0 on Tuesday night in the Copa America for its first victory over a South American opponent in 24 years. Canada got its first win in four matches under Jesse Marsch, the American hired as coach last month, and beat a South American team for …

Copa America: Lautaro Martinez' late goal helps Argentina reach quarters with Chile win
5 months, 4 weeks ago

Copa America: Lautaro Martinez' late goal helps Argentina reach quarters with Chile win

India Today  

Argentina became the first side to book passage into the Copa America quarter-finals after a late strike from Lautaro Martinez earned them a 1-0 Group A victory over Chile on Tuesday. The loss extended Chile's winless streak against Argentina in the Copa America to 30 matches. Rodrigo Echeverria recorded Chile's first shot of the match in the 72nd minute, a …

Copa America: Inefficient Brazil Held to a 0-0 Draw by Determined Costa Rica
5 months, 4 weeks ago

Copa America: Inefficient Brazil Held to a 0-0 Draw by Determined Costa Rica

The Quint  

There was a lot of criticism for the team heading into the tournament and the draw marked a frustrating start for Brazil's new generation, spearheaded by young talents Vinicius Junior and Rodrygo. Refereeing decisions also added to the frustration, with questionable calls going against Brazil throughout the match. Despite being the underdogs with the youngest squad in the tournament, Los …

Copa America 2024: Peru plays out goalless draw against Chile in Group A
6 months ago

Copa America 2024: Peru plays out goalless draw against Chile in Group A

The Hindu  

Chile had goalkeeper Claudio Bravo to thank for securing a 0-0 draw against Peru in its Copa America 2024 opener on Saturday in a result that left Group A wide open. The teams nullified each other in a bruising first half that was low on quality, with the best chance falling to Chile’s Alexis Sanchez in the 15th minute, but …

Chile, Peru stalemate in Copa America
6 months ago

Chile, Peru stalemate in Copa America

New Indian Express  

ARLINGTON: Two-time Copa America champions Chile opened their bid for a third title with a hard-fought 0-0 draw against Peru in Arlington on Friday. A scrappy encounter at the Texas home of the Dallas Cowboys NFL team saw neither side manage to get on top before a result that boosts Argentina's hopes of winning Group A. Chile were left ruing …

Watch: Highlights of Messi’s Argentina opening Copa America 2024 with win over Canada
6 months ago

Watch: Highlights of Messi’s Argentina opening Copa America 2024 with win over Canada

The Hindu  

World champion Argentina opened its bid for back-to-back Copa America titles with a 2-0 win over Canada in front of a crowd of 70,564 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Thursday. Julian Alvarez put Argentina ahead in the 49th minute but a combination of inspired goalkeeping from Canada’s Max Crepeau and Lionel Messi’s surprising lack of precision in front of goal ensured …

Messi and Argentina overcome Canada and poor surface, start Copa America title defense with 2-0 win
6 months ago

Messi and Argentina overcome Canada and poor surface, start Copa America title defense with 2-0 win

Associated Press  

ATLANTA — Lionel Messi’s passing brilliance got Argentina off to a winning start in the defense of its Copa America title, overcoming Canada and a poor playing surface at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. “It’s been a long time since we’ve done this,” Messi said through a translator, “but we had patience to retain possession of the ball and it was hard to …

Copa America 2024, Group D Preview: High-flying Colombia looks to topple stuttering Brazil
6 months ago

Copa America 2024, Group D Preview: High-flying Colombia looks to topple stuttering Brazil

The Hindu  

It is not often that Brazil enters a multi-nation men’s football tournament not as a favourite. Add to that the injury to talismanic forward Neymar and Brazil enters Copa America 2024, clearly as the second favourite to world champion and eternal rival Argentina. | Photo Credit: Jose Breton But the easing of pressure could do wonders for Brazil’s young squad …

Lionel Messi takes center stage again for Copa America
6 months ago

Lionel Messi takes center stage again for Copa America

The Hindu  

World champions Argentina get an expanded Copa America under way on Thursday with Lionel Messi looking to add a second continental title in what is almost certainly his final appearance in the tournament. Argentina have won the Copa 15 times but only once, in 2021, during the Messi era and coach Lionel Scaloni has stuck largely with his World Cup-winning …

Argentina vs Canada, Copa America 2024: Predicted lineups; Team news ahead of ARG v CAN Group A match
6 months ago

Argentina vs Canada, Copa America 2024: Predicted lineups; Team news ahead of ARG v CAN Group A match

The Hindu  

The Copa America 2024 is about to kick-off with the clash between defending champion Argentina and tournament newcomer Canada at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, United States. PREVIEW | Argentina enter as favorites after winning Copa America 2021 and the FIFA World Cup 2022, giving Messi two long-sought-after international trophies. On the other hand, Canada head coach Jesse Marsch has …

Copa America 2024: Messi, Vinicius, Nunez among top stars to watch out for
6 months ago

Copa America 2024: Messi, Vinicius, Nunez among top stars to watch out for

The Hindu  

The 48th edition of the Copa America will get underway on June 20 with the USA set to host the tournament. Having led his country to the Copa America 2021 title and the 2022 FIFA World Cup, the Argentine skipper has proven his mettle at the international level. | Photo Credit: MICHAEL REGAN/Getty Images Liverpool’s striker Darwin Nunez will lead …

Copa America Group C guide: Bielsaball for Uruguay, USMNT’s new-look midfield and Panama’s possession
6 months ago

Copa America Group C guide: Bielsaball for Uruguay, USMNT’s new-look midfield and Panama’s possession

New York Times  

Welcome to The Athletic’s tactical group guides for the Copa America. GO DEEPER Copa America 2024 squads: All 26-man selections from the 16 competing nations Uruguay Manager: Marcelo Bielsa Captain: Jose Maria Gimenez World Cup qualifying: P6 W4 D1 L1 GF13 GA5 2022 World Cup: Group Stages Most caps in squad: Luis Suarez Top scorer in squad: Luis Suarez How …

Lionel Messi and Argentina will try for a 3rd straight major title in Copa America
6 months ago

Lionel Messi and Argentina will try for a 3rd straight major title in Copa America

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Lionel Messi and Argentina will try to match Spain’s feat of three consecutive major titles when the Copa America kicks off Thursday night. “I want to enjoy a couple of more matches being a world champion,” Messi said after Argentina beat France on penalty kicks to win the 2022 World Cup final. “If you look at every …

A look at the teams in the Copa America
6 months, 1 week ago

A look at the teams in the Copa America

Associated Press  

A capsule look at each team in the 2024 Copa America: GROUP A Argentina Best Finish: titles in 1921, 1925, 1927, 1929, 1937, 1941, 1945, 1946, 1947, 1955, 1959, 1991, 1993, and 2021. ___ Peru Best finish: titles in 1939 and 1975 Coach: Jorge Fossati Key players: Pedro Gallese, Luis Advíncula, Gianluca Lapadula WHAT TO KNOW: Fossati became Peru coach …

Lionel Messi and defending champion Argentina still hungry for titles ahead of Copa America
6 months, 1 week ago

Lionel Messi and defending champion Argentina still hungry for titles ahead of Copa America

Associated Press  

BUENOS AIRES, Argentina — Lionel Messi won the World Cup in 2022, won the Copa America in 2021, and wants to show he has the hunger to win some more. “About results, the winner isn’t always the one who does the best things.. No one can lower their guard.” Argentina won its 15th Copa America title three years ago, amid …

Copa America 2024 Draw: Lionel Messi's Argentina Grouped With Old Rivals Chile
1 year ago

Copa America 2024 Draw: Lionel Messi's Argentina Grouped With Old Rivals Chile

News 18  

Lionel Messi and Argentina will get the chance to avenge their defeats to Chile in the 2015 and 2016 Copa America finals after being grouped with their old rivals in the draw for next year’s tournament on Thursday. Reigning Copa America champions Argentina will defend their title in the United States next summer in an expanded 16-team tournament which features …

Lionel Messi Left a Deep Impression on me on Day of Copa America Final vs Brazil: Rodrigo De Paul
2 years, 6 months ago

Lionel Messi Left a Deep Impression on me on Day of Copa America Final vs Brazil: Rodrigo De Paul

News 18  

Argentina midfielder Rodrigo de Paul talked about how Lionel Messi left a big impression on him during Copa America final last season. The Copa America title win also significantly landed the seventh Ballon d’Or for Messi last year. In 2021, Argentina had defeated arch-rivals Brazil in the Copa America final by a margin of 1-0 to lift the prestigious trophy …

Copa America 2021: 'The whole world wanted it for him', Twitter erupts in joy as Lionel Messi's long wait for interntional trophy ends
3 years, 5 months ago

Copa America 2021: 'The whole world wanted it for him', Twitter erupts in joy as Lionel Messi's long wait for interntional trophy ends

Firstpost  

The title ended Argentina’s 28-year drought of major trophies, with Messi as the best player with four goals and five assists. Until Saturday, Messi’s titles with Argentina were only the U-20 World Cup title in 2005 and a gold medal at the Beijing Olympics in 2008. Chile would crush Messi’s hopes in two Copa America finals, in 2015 and 2016, …

Messi’s Argentina beats Brazil 1-0, wins Copa America title
3 years, 5 months ago

Messi’s Argentina beats Brazil 1-0, wins Copa America title

Associated Press  

RIO DE JANEIRO — Two long droughts ended on Saturday at the Copa America final: Argentina won its first major title since 1993 after a 1-0 win against Brazil. When Argentina opened the scoring in a rare Brazil defensive mistake and Di Maria’s classy finish, the match became more physical and Argentina successfully stopped the ball from getting to Neymar. …

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