Argentina qualified for the final with a 2-0 victory over Canada in the semifinals of the 2024 Copa America
In the semifinals of the 2024 Copa America, Argentina successfully qualified for the final with a 2-0 victory over Canada. De Paul assisted Alvarez in the 21st minute and Messi doubled the score in the 51st minute. This match not only showed the strength of Argentina, but also allowed fans to see Messi's classic performance. Here are the line-ups for both sides: Argentina: Martinez, Montiel, C-Romero, Lisandro, Tagliafico, De Paul, Enzo, McAllister, Messi, Di Maria, Alvarez Canada: Kripple, Johnston, Pombitto, Konelius, Alphonso Davies, Koné, Ostakio, Shafir Borg, Lalgia, Kyle Larin, Jonathan David
De Paul's precise assist
In the 21st minute of the game, Argentina's De Paul played a precise pass to striker Alvarez in midfield. With his excellent movement and keen nose in front of goal, Alvarez easily sent the ball into the Canada goal. The goal not only broke the deadlock on the pitch, but also laid the foundation for Argentina's victory. De Paul's assist shows his ability as the heart of the midfield, not only to provide support in defence, but also to create chances in attack.
Alvarez's goal sparked enthusiastic cheers from Argentina fans, and the whole stadium suddenly boiled. This goal is not only the result of the tacit cooperation between De Paul and Alvarez, but also reflects the successful execution of the overall strategy of the Argentina team. With this goal, Argentina had a psychological advantage, forcing Canada to be more nervous and impatient in the upcoming matches.
Messi's shining moment
In the 51st minute of the game, Messi was once again in the spotlight. After receiving a pass from a team-mate from outside the box, he quickly adjusted his pace and fired with precision to make it 2-0. Messi's goal not only showcased his unrivalled technical skills, but also proved that he remains an indispensable soul of the Argentina team.
Messi's goal once again ignited the passion of the fans at the scene, and at this moment, he was not only a hero on the pitch, but also the pride of the whole of Argentina. For Messi, this goal is not only a personal glory, but also a reward for his years of service for his country. The goal also took a further damper to Canada's morale, almost declaring their defeat in the game.
Argentina's defensive counter-attack
In the second half of the game, Canada tried to equalize by stepping up their attack. However, Argentina's defensive performance was solid, especially the excellent performances of Martinez, Montiel, C. Romero and Lisandro, which caused repeated setbacks in Canada's attack. Argentina showed a high level of organisation and discipline on the counter-attack, which was one of the big reasons why they were able to keep a clean sheet.
Tagliafico, De Paul, Enzo and McAllister intercepted and possessed the ball in midfield, providing a solid guarantee for Argentina's defence. Through tight defense and quick counter-attacks, Argentina not only successfully resisted Canada's attack, but also created several counter-attacking opportunities, almost rewriting the score again.
Canada's efforts and regrets
Despite losing 2-0 in the end, Canada showed a tenacious fighting spirit in this game. In particular, the performances of Alphonso Davies, Koné and Eustaccio caused some problems for Argentina. Their running and scrambling in the game showed the determination of the Canada team not to give up easily.
Kripper, Johnston, Pombito and Cornelius also deserve credit for their defensive efforts, as they did their best to block the opposition's attacks despite facing a strong Argentina attacking line. However, the results also revealed the lack of experience and skill of the Canada team, and they need to improve further in future competitions in order to achieve better results on the international stage.
Team spirit in Argentina
This match is not only a stage for the performance of the individual players of the Argentina team, but also a model of their teamwork. Behind every goal, it is inseparable from the efforts and tacit understanding of the whole team. De Paul's assist, Alvarez's movement, Messi's shot, these all reflect the high degree of synergy of the Argentina team in the game.
Players such as Di Maria, Enzo and McAllister also played an important role in the game, and their selfless dedication and tacit cooperation allowed Argentina to take the initiative in the game. With this victory, the Argentina team not only showed their strength, but also proved their team spirit and fighting power to the world.
Messi's future controversy
After the game, discussions about Messi's future became hot again. Despite Messi's excellent performance in this game, his age and form remain the focus of attention from fans and the media. Some people believe that Messi should choose to retire at his peak and end his career with a glorious image; There are also those who believe that Messi still has the ability to continue playing for Argentina and bring more glory to the team.
This controversy will undoubtedly continue to ferment for some time to come, but regardless of the outcome, Messi's place in the history of Argentina football is already unshakable. Every goal and assist he scored will be forever remembered in the hearts of the fans. In the future games, whether Messi can continue to maintain a high level of performance will be the focus of everyone's attention.
Argentina's road to the final
With this victory, Argentina managed to qualify for the Copa America final, where they will face a strong opponent. The semi-final win not only boosted the team's confidence, but also made the fans look forward to the final. Argentina will need to continue their good form and high morale to fight for the final victory.
Regardless of the outcome of the final, this Argentina team has shown the world their quality and potential. Every player gave their best in the game and contributed to the team's victory. Argentina's road to the final was challenging, but their goal remained the same: to win glory for their country.
Summary and outlook
Argentina's performance in the semi-finals of the 2024 Copa America undoubtedly laid a solid foundation for them to qualify for the final. This match not only showcased their technical and tactical level, but also showed their tenacious fighting spirit and high level of teamwork. Messi's shining moment and the tacit cooperation of the whole team are the key to their victory.
However, the controversy over Messi's future also added a touch of uncertainty to the victory. Regardless of Messi's final choice, his place in the history of Argentina football is unshakable. Argentina's performance in the final will determine whether they can lift the Copa America trophy. Fans are looking forward to this, and this team full of hope and potential will continue to write their own brilliant chapter in the future competitions.