Argentina have successfully defended their Copa America title after beating Colombia 1-0 in the final on Sunday night.
The Albiceleste needed a late extra-time goal from Lautaro Martinez to seal the victory at Miami’s Hard Rock Stadium.
Martínez, who is the tournament’s top scorer, ran onto a through ball from Giovani Lo Celso and lifted his effort over advancing Colombia goalkeeper Camilo Vargas in the 112th minute.
It was a record 16th Copa América title for Argentina, who had to do it without talisman Lionel Messi.
Messi appeared to suffer a non-contact injury while running and falling in the 64th minute of the encounter.
The Inter Miami forward covered his face with his hands when he sat on the bench.
Argentina have now won their third straight major title following the 2021 Copa América and 2022 World Cup.
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