Argentina Beat Colombia On Penalties To Reach Copa America Final
Argentina emerged victorious over Colombia in the semi-finals of the Copa America on Tuesday, winning 3-2 on penalties after a goalless draw during regulation time.
Goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez was the hero for Argentina, saving three penalties in the shootout. Miguel Borja scored Colombia's only goal from the spot, while Lautaro Martinez, Leandro Paredes, and German Pezzella converted for Argentina.
The match was a tense affair, with both teams having chances to win it in regulation time. Lionel Messi hit the woodwork for Argentina, while Colombia's Duvan Zapata and Luis Muriel both had good chances to score. However, neither team could find a breakthrough, and the match went to a penalty shootout.
In the shootout, Martinez saved penalties from Davinson Sanchez, Yerry Mina, and Edwin Cardona. Borja scored Colombia's only goal, while Martinez, Paredes, and Pezzella all converted for Argentina.
Argentina will now face Brazil in the final of the Copa America on Saturday. It will be a rematch of the 2019 final, which Brazil won 2-0.
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