Every team has a vision to win matches without losing in the tournament, though the path goes way harder than the dream. But the legendary team Argentina made the impossible as possible and proved themselves by overcoming every trial. With so much effort, Argentina won the Copa America 2024 and never lost a match against an opponent on their path toward the final. While looking past, fans were energized upon knowing the start of Copa America 2024 and waited for the first match with eyes full of happiness and curiosity towards the game. And with high expectations, the 48th edition of Copa America 2024 begins on June 20, 2024. Even though the event Copa America has been going on for 108 years, fans still hold their affection towards the tournament and game without fading out. The star team of this year, Copa America 2024, Argentina, stands as a legend without backing down by other teams till now. With a count of this year’s winning trophies, Argentina holds 16 Championship trophies by winning the Copa America final and earned a name as the most successful team in Copa America history.
Argentina holds many fans worldwide, and their team captain, Lionel Messi, is one of the best players in the world. As for their recent achievement, Argentina is the second national football team to win three continuous major international titles, such as Copa America 2021, 2022 FIFA World Cup, and Copa America 2024. Also, this year’s win will be Argentina’s second consecutive Copa America Championship; with so many achievements and great performances, no one will deny their value in football history. Speaking more about Copa America and Argentina, let’s dive into more interesting facts and their memorable moments.
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Argentina’s Dominance in Copa America 2024
This year, Copa America 2024 significantly impacted among football fans, as the first game started with high anticipation while fans cheered their lungs out for their favourite team. On June 21, 2024, Argentina was scheduled to face Canada in their first group stage match, where Argentina outshined their opponents with their extraordinary offensive gameplay and won with a score of 2-0. Even though their opponent tried to subdue them, Julian Alvarez and Lautaro Martinez performed well without backing down, scoring the goal in the first game without any hesitation and leading their team to move forward. After winning the first game, Argentina is scheduled to face Chile in their second match in the group stage on June 26, 2024.
In the game, Chile tried their best against Argentina, but everything still derailed from their plan. With Lautaro Martinez scoring the goal, Argentina ended the game as the winner with a score of 0-1. Looking into the last two games, Argentina fans enjoyed their aggressive gameplay, where stomping down their opponents without giving them a chance to score a goal. On June 30, 2024, Argentina steps on the ground to face Peru in their third group stage match. In the game, Peru worked hard to place some pressure on Argentina, but Lautaro Martinez shone as usual by scoring two goals against the opponents and won by a score of 2-0. Argentina held 75% of possession throughout the game, while Peru had 25%. With this game, Argentina made a third consecutive win in the Copa America 2024 and dedicated it to their fans.
Without falling back in the group stage, Argentina enters the quarterfinals with zero losses and is ready to face Ecuador. On July 5, 2024, Argentina enters the ground to face Ecuador with massive confidence after three consecutive wins in the group stage. And for the first time in this year’s Copa America tournament, Argentina was so close to facing defeat against their opponent team. In the match, Ecuador performed very well and tackled in every way to beat Argentina; later, at the end of the game, both teams were tied by scoring one goal each. Then, with the penalty kick rule, Argentina won the game and moved forward to the semi-finals, while Ecuador went out of the tournament.
Then, the semi-final game is scheduled on July 10, 2024, between Argentina and Canada, and fans are fitting themselves in the stadium to witness the nail-biting match between two great teams and looking forward to the outcome. While both teams performed without giving up till the end, Julian Alvarez and team captain Lionel Messi scored 2 goals and led the team to win by 2-0 against Canada. After the match against Ecuador, Argentina got through another formidable opponent, but with solid team play, they won the match and reached their goal, the Copa America 2024 tournament final.
Recap of Copa America 2024 Final Match
On July 15, 2024, Argentina and Colombia enter the Hard Rock Stadium for their Copa America 2024 Finals. Without comparing, both teams hold their dream of holding the trophy and place their name in history. While Argentina has 15 trophies, Colombia just won 1 in 2001 Copa America. Fans covered the entire stadium and echoed their cheers for Argentina and Colombia. Without delaying, both teams started their game at full throttle and played against their opponent to score a goal. Every Argentina fan expected a great match from Lionel Messi, but fate was against them as he exited in the 64th minute of the game and sat on the bench following a right ankle injury.
Many fans were devastated but kept their eyes on the ground to watch their favourite team’s gameplay. Later, Colombia performed more well than Argentina, which shook players and fans, but still, both teams didn’t back down from their stand. Later in the extra time, as a guardian angel of this season for Argentina, Lautaro Martinez scored a goal in the 112th minute. With his striking goal, Martinez made Colombia fans’ cheers go silent with huge shock and raised the echo in the stadium with Argentina fans’ cheers and celebration. At the end of the celebration, even though he was holding back the pain of not being with his team in the game, Messi’s eyes filled with joy while holding the trophy of the Copa America 2024 Championship, and he placed his heartfelt thanks toward his teammates and his diehard fans.
Copa America 2024 Argentina Awards List
- Golden Boot – Lautaro Martinez
- Golden Glove – Emiliano Martinez
Celebrating Argentina’s Success
Despite the low temperatures of the southern hemisphere winter, the fan’s celebration lit fiercely with fireworks and parties. Fans were overwhelmed with joy at Argentina’s 16th Copa America Championship and their second consecutive win in this tournament. Many wrapped the Argentina flags on them and partied around the city for many hours. These parties ended abruptly later when police deployed water trucks to clear the streets, which caused a rush of people. The football game is known for its extreme gameplay and fierceness. Still, even the celebration proceeded with violence throughout the city, as some fans hurled stones at the police for clearing the street and ending the parties.
Many fans started the riots but dispersed later, and authorities reported no arrests or injuries. Argentina returned to their home on Monday to celebrate their successful title defense of Copa America with thousands of fans. Unfortunately, the team captain, Lionel Messi, couldn’t join his teammates for the celebration in Buenos Aires, as he was still in Miami for his ankle treatment. Later, Coach Lionel Scaloni and Veteran winger Angel Di Maria led his team, arrived at a firework display with their fans, and celebrated their victory in Copa America 2024.
Conclusion
Many fans grow with their favourite teams and enjoy the teams’ victories as their own. Argentina is one of the great teams that places great value in the history of the Copa America Tournament. Fans feel and enjoy the gameplay of their teams’ victories, frown on their failures, but still stand with them until the end, which is the universal essence of sports. After achieving two consecutive wins in the Copa America tournament, Argentina fans expect their best performance in the upcoming games. As you enjoy reading more about your preferred teams and players to keep track of it, check out the website.