Defending champions Argentina secured their 16th Copa America title, setting a new record, by defeating Colombia 1-0 in a thrilling match at the Hard Rock Stadium in Florida on Sunday. The decisive moment came in extra time when substitute Lautaro Martinez, the tournament's top scorer, scored a late goal. Martinez, an Inter Milan forward, received a精准传球 from Giovani Lo Celso and skillfully chipped the ball over the oncoming Colombia goalkeeper Camilo Vargas in the 112th minute.
Earlier in the game, Argentina's captain Lionel Messi had to leave the field due to an ankle injury sustained in the second half. The Inter Miami player went down without being touched in the 64th minute and exited to a standing ovation from the crowd at the Hard Rock Stadium. The eight-time Ballon d'Or winner was later seen emotional on the sidelines, with an ice pack applied to his ankle.
