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Canada bow out after an impressive debut campaign in Copa America
Argentina continued their dominant march through the Copa América, securing their place in the final with a commanding 2-0 victory over Canada at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.
The defending champions, who hadn't reached the final since 1993, were determined to assert their superiority from the outset against the tournament debutants from CONCACAF.
From the kick-off, La Albiceleste imposed their rhythm on the game, showing why they are a force to be reckoned with in South American football. The breakthrough came early in the first half when Julián Álvarez struck a precise low drive past the Canadian goalkeeper after a slick pass from Rodrigo de Paul. T
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The breakthrough came early in the first half when Julián Álvarez struck a precise low drive past the Canadian goalkeeper after a slick pass from Rodrigo de Paul. T
his marked the first time in ten competitive matches that Canada conceded a first-half goal, setting a challenging tone for the North American side.
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Despite a brief resurgence towards the end of the first half, where Jonathan David tested Emiliano Martínez with a close-range effort, Canada couldn't maintain their momentum.
Lionel Messi, Argentina's talisman, effectively sealed the game just six minutes into the second half, redirecting Enzo Fernández's shot into the net after a chaotic scramble in the box.
Argentina's second goal effectively stifled any hopes of a Canadian comeback, as they controlled the game for the remainder of the match. The victory not only secured their spot in the Copa América final but also showcased their defensive prowess with a first semi-final clean sheet since 2016.
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For Canada, despite their valiant efforts throughout the tournament, this defeat was their first against a CONMEBOL team in a continental competition this century. They exit the tournament with heads held high, having exceeded expectations by reaching the semi-finals in their maiden Copa América appearance.
Argentina now eagerly awaits the outcome of the Uruguay vs. Colombia semi-final to discover their opponent in the final showdown. With Messi in sublime form and the team unbeaten in normal time of major tournaments on US soil since 1994, La Albiceleste are poised to claim another Copa América title and continue their legacy as one of South America's football giants.
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