Argentina and Colombia are set to face off in the Copa America final, with kickoff scheduled for 8pm EDT. Fans can catch the action on FOX in English or Univision/TUDN in Spanish. The return of James Rodriguez has been a highlight of the tournament, with the former Real Madrid midfielder leading the assist charts with six assists.
Colombia is appearing in their third Copa America final, hoping to replicate their 2001 success. Meanwhile, Argentina has a history of reaching finals, with this marking their sixth final appearance in their last eight major tournaments. Lionel Messi and his team will be looking to add another title to their collection.
Penalty shootouts have been a common theme in recent Copa America finals, with Argentina being involved in five of the last seven finals that were decided by penalties. If today’s game is level after extra time, a penalty shootout will determine the winner. Extra time will be played in the final, unlike earlier matches in the tournament.
Colombia’s journey to the final included victories over Uruguay, Brazil, Costa Rica, and Paraguay. On the other hand, Argentina overcame Canada, Ecuador, Peru, and Chile on their path to the final showdown.
Players like Patrick Sequeira from Costa Rica, Maximiliano Araujo from Uruguay, Richard Rios from Colombia, and Jon Aramburu from Venezuela have been standout performers in the tournament. These young talents have showcased their skills and made a significant impact on their respective teams.
As the excitement builds for the Copa America final between Argentina and Colombia, football fans around the world are eagerly anticipating a thrilling showdown between two South American giants. Stay tuned for more updates and live coverage of the final match.
