Argentina managed a narrow 1-0 win against Chile in their Copa America 2024 clash. Substitute Lautaro Martinez saved the day for Lionel Scaloni’s team with his 88th-minute goal. The Chileans contained the world champions well for the majority of the match before succumbing to defeat. In this article, we check the key highlights of the game.
Argentina vs Chile Highlights
Save (22′): Julian Alvarez miscues his shot after being found brilliantly by Nico Gonzalez inside the penalty area. Claudio Bravo makes a comfortable save.
Miss (30′): Nico Gonzalez tries to capitalize on a loose ball and head it past Bravo but fails to connect properly.
Miss (34′): Lionel Messi‘s lightning effort hits the woodwork.
Miss (45+1′): Julian Alvarez sends his powerful shot traveling over the goal.
Save (57′): Alexis Mac Allister’s effort from a Messi pass is easily gathered by Bravo.
Miss (68′): Messi tries to lob Bravo but his effort goes well out of the target.
Save (72′)- Emi Martinez comfortably gathers Echeverria’s effort.
Goal (88′): Chile fails to properly deal with a Messi corner and Lautaro Martinez finds the net on the back post.
Key moment:
Lautaro Martinez’s goal was the difference between the two sides. The Inter Milan striker came on as a substitute and won the game for his side.
Player of the Match:
Claudio Bravo– Bravo was undoubtedly the player of the match. He made eight saves during the game including a few important ones from inside the penalty area.
Conclusion:
Argentina sealed their passage to the Copa America knockout stages with the win. La Albiceleste are yet to show their full might and Messi is yet to find the back of the net. Lionel Scaloni’s side could get stronger as the tournament progresses.
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