Argentina's national team, led by Lionel Messi, secured a spot in the Copa America final with a 2-0 win against Canada. This victory brings Argentina within reach of a historic third consecutive major title, a feat only achieved by Spain in the past.
The match saw Julián Álvarez opening the scoring in the 22nd minute, followed by Messi's goal in the 51st minute, marking his 109th international goal. Messi's remarkable performance has been a key factor in Argentina's success, with 28 goals in his last 25 matches for the national team.
Argentina's unbeaten streak now extends to 10 games as they aim for a record 16th Copa America title in the upcoming final against either Uruguay or Colombia in Miami Gardens, Florida.
Coach Lionel Scaloni emphasized the team's focus on winning, rather than statistical achievements, highlighting the importance of each match. Messi's impact on the game was evident, with 45 touches and a 79% pass success rate despite facing a challenging playing surface at MetLife Stadium.
While Canada put up a valiant effort, they were unable to break through Argentina's defense, managing only two shots on target. The match also saw Canadian star Alphonso Davies leaving the field due to injury, adding to the challenges faced by the Canadian team.
Argentina's journey in the Copa America has been met with enthusiastic support from fans, both locally and internationally. The team's success has reignited hopes of a potential World Cup victory in the future, with Scaloni expressing openness to Messi's continued involvement with the national team.
As Argentina prepares for the final showdown, the football world eagerly anticipates the outcome of this historic clash in the Copa America.
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