Defending champions, Argentina retained the Copa America with a 1-0 win over Colombia in the 2024 final after snatching victory with an extra-time goal in the 112th minute, Monday morning in the United States of America.
Substitute Lautaro Martinez, who was the competition’s leading scorer with five goals, blasted a shot past Colombia goalie Camilo Vargas on a breakaway following a turnover.
The result broke Colombia’s 28-game international win streak that dates back to February 2022 which was also a loss to Argentina.
The Colombians were dealt a huge blow before the game as they had to play the final without defender Daniel Muñoz, who was sent off following an altercation and a second yellow card in the first half against Uruguay in Wednesday night’s semifinal.
Argentine captain Lionel Messi was substituted in the 66th minute with an ankle injury.