Argentina Held to Draw by Colombia in Copa America Final First Half

Argentina vs. Colombia

Live Coverage of the 2024 Copa America Final

In a thrilling start to the 2024 Copa America final, Argentina and Colombia played out a tense first half that ended in a 0-0 draw. Argentina, the defending champions, dominated possession and created the better chances, but Colombia held firm and nearly snatched a late goal. The second half promises even more excitement as both teams go in search of victory.

Argentina had the first chance of the game when Lionel Messi found Angel Di Maria in the box, but his shot was saved by David Ospina. Messi then had a free kick that went just wide, and Argentina continued to press forward.

Colombia gradually grew into the game and had their own chances. Luis Diaz tested Emiliano Martinez with a low shot from outside the box, and Duvan Zapata headed wide from a corner.

The best chance of the half fell to Argentina when Lautaro Martinez was played through on goal, but Ospina made a brilliant save to deny him. Colombia came close to snatching a late goal when Juan Cuadrado's cross found Diaz, but his header was deflected wide.

The second half is set to get underway, and both teams will be desperate to break the deadlock. Argentina will be looking to their star man Messi to provide the inspiration, while Colombia will need to find a way to contain him and create chances of their own.