Argentina is the first finalist in Copa America: Messi makes history once again
Argentina, which defeated Canada 2-0 in the Copa America semi-final, became the first team to reach the final. With this result, world-famous star Lionel Messi has made world football history by reaching the final in 3 major tournaments.
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Argentina faced Canada in the Copa America semi-final. Argentina won the match played at MetLife Stadium 2-0 with goals from Julian Alvarez and Lionel Messi, becoming the first team to secure their place in the final.
MESSI MAKES HISTORY ONCE AGAIN
With his goal in the 51st minute, Lionel Messi reached 109 goals, breaking the tie with Ali Daei and rising to second place on the list of all-time international male goalscorers.
Cristiano Ronaldo leads the international goalscorers list with 130 goals.
Lionel Messi has managed to reach the final of a major tournament for the third consecutive time. Furthermore, Lionel Messi will become the first footballer in history to play in 7 finals with his national team.
Argentina will play against the winner of the Uruguay vs. Colombia semi-final match for their 16th Copa America title on Thursday night, July 11, at 03:00 Turkish time. The final match will be played on July 15.