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Lautaro Martinez Leads Argentina to 16th Copa America Title Despite Messi Injury


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Argentina secured a record-breaking 16th Copa America title with a dramatic 1-0 victory over Colombia.

With star teammate Lionel Messi sidelined by an apparent right ankle injury, substitute Lautaro Martinez stepped up to score the decisive goal in extra time.

The match, initially delayed for 82 minutes due to ticketless fans breaching the gates, saw a tense first half dominated by Colombia.

Argentina’s goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez made crucial saves, keeping the score level.

Despite Colombia’s efforts, they could not convert their chances, and the match remained goalless at halftime.

Martinez made the most of a brilliant through ball from Giovani Lo Celso to score his fifth goal of the tournament in the 112th minute.

Lionel Messi exited the match in the 66th minute after going down untouched.

Despite receiving medical attention, Messi was unable to continue and was seen on the bench in tears.

The injury originally occurred in the 35th minute after a hard challenge by Colombia’s Santiago Arias.

Additionally, midfielder Angel Di Maria, 36, played his final match for Argentina, ending his 17-year international career with 145 appearances.

This article was updated 2 months ago

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