Argentina Defeats Colombia 3 2 In Penalty Shootout

Argentina to Face Brazil in Copa America Final

Argentina Defeats Colombia 3-2 in Penalty Shootout

Highlights:

• Argentina vs Colombia: 3-2 (1-1)
• Copa America 2021 Semi-final
• Date: June 7, 2021

Argentina booked their place in the Copa America final after a thrilling penalty shootout victory over Colombia on Tuesday. The match ended 1-1 after 90 minutes, with Lautaro Martinez scoring for Argentina and Luis Diaz equalizing for Colombia.

The penalty shootout was a tense affair, with both teams missing their first two spot-kicks. However, Argentina eventually prevailed, with Lionel Messi, Leandro Paredes, and Lautaro Martinez all converting their penalties. Colombia's Yerry Mina and Davinson Sanchez both missed their spot-kicks.

Argentina will now face Brazil in the Copa America final on Saturday. It will be a clash of the tournament's two most successful teams, with Argentina looking to win their 15th Copa America title and Brazil aiming for their 10th.

The final promises to be a fascinating encounter, with both teams boasting world-class players. Lionel Messi will be looking to lead Argentina to glory, while Neymar will be hoping to inspire Brazil to victory.

The Copa America final will be played at the Maracana Stadium in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on Saturday, July 10.