In the Copa America 2024 semifinal at MetLife Stadium, defending champions Argentina defeated Canada 2-0 to secure their place in the final. Julian Alvarez opened the scoring in the 23rd minute, capitalizing on a precise through ball from Rodrigo De Paul to beat Canadian goalkeeper Maxime Crepeau.
Argentina dominated possession but faced resistance from a determined Canadian side.Lionel Messi, in pursuit of his first goal in the tournament, finally found the net in the 51st minute.
A shot from Enzo Fernandez deflected off Messi and past Crepeau, sealing the win for Argentina after a lengthy VAR check confirmed the goal’s legitimacy. Despite several chances, including a near miss from Messi and attempts by Canada’s Jonathan David and Oluwaseyi, Argentina’s defense held firm.
Canada made several substitutions in an attempt to change the game’s dynamic, but Argentina’s experience and control saw them through. The Albiceleste will now face either Colombia or Uruguay in the final, aiming for back-to-back Copa America titles.
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