Messi and Álvarez Goals Send Argentina to Copa América Final
Argentina Defeats Canada 2-0 in Group Stage Match
Miami, FL - Argentina defeated a surprising Canadian team 2-0 on Tuesday night in a group-stage match of the 2024 Copa América. Lionel Messi and Julián Álvarez scored the goals for Argentina, which will now advance to the final of the tournament.
Messi's Goal
Messi opened the scoring in the 14th minute with a stunning free kick from just outside the penalty area. The ball curled over the Canadian wall and into the top corner of the net, giving Argentina an early lead.
Álvarez's Goal
Álvarez doubled Argentina's lead in the 57th minute with a clinical finish from close range. He received a pass from Messi and took a touch before firing the ball past Canadian goalkeeper Milan Borjan.
Canada's Performance
Despite the loss, Canada put in a strong performance against Argentina. The Canadians were well-organized defensively and created several chances of their own. They were unlucky not to score in the first half, as Jonathan David had a goal ruled out for offside.
Argentina's Dominance
Argentina dominated possession for most of the match and created more chances than Canada. They had 17 shots on goal, compared to Canada's 8. Argentina's victory extends their unbeaten streak to 35 matches.
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