Colombia’s Unbeaten Run Ends as Argentina Seal Back-to-Back Copa América Title

Argentina secured a drаmаtic 1-0 victory over Colombia in extra time to claim their second consecutive Copa América title! The final at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami was a tense affair, filled with near misses, injuries, and a controversial VAR call.

The match was almost overshadowed by dangerous scenes outside the stadium, forcing a frustrating delay. Once underway, the action was electric.

Both sides threatened early, with Julián Álvarez nearly scoring for Argentina within seconds of kickoff. Colombia, riding a long unbeaten run, had their chances too, with James Rodríguez and Jhon Córdoba threatening.

The first half saw a scаre for Argentina as Lionel Messi went down clutching his ankle after a challenge from Santiago Arias. Though Messi emerged for the second half, he wasn’t at his best.

Both teams continued to press for a breakthrough, with Argentina denied two penalty shouts for potential handball. Colombia also missed a crucial chance when Davinson Sánchez headed wide.

The drаmа continued as Messi was forced off in tears with a renewed ιnjury, followed shortly by Gonzalo Montiel.

Despite Argentina losing their star player, substitute Nicolás Gonzálеz had a goal disallowed for offside thanks to VAR. Colombia, however, looked increasingly fatigued, nearly conceding in the dying moments.