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The excitement is building for Copa America 2024! 🏆 As we gear up for the tournament, here’s a preview of the favourites and one's to watch. 🌟 👀 Favourites 🌟 🇧🇷 Brazil: After a disappointing 2022 World Cup and recent struggles, Brazil is keen to bounce back. With Neymar sidelined, Vinicius Junior steps into the spotlight. The Selecao aims for their 10th Copa America title under new management. 🇦🇷 Argentina: Fresh off their 2022 World Cup win, Argentina enters the tournament as the team to beat. Led by Lionel Messi, they are determined to defend their title and continue their dominance. Ones to Watch 👀 🇨🇴 Colombia: Under Nestor Lorenzo, Colombia has been on an impressive unbeaten run. With key players like James Rodriguez and Luis Diaz, they could be serious contenders. 🇪🇨 Ecuador: Featuring young talents like Piero Hincapie and Moises Caicedo, Ecuador aims to make a significant impact. Their group is wide open, offering a great chance to advance. Stay ahead of the game with all the data you need for Copa America 2024 using the Sportmonks Football API. Don't miss a moment! #CopaAmerica2024 #Football #Sportmonks #Soccer #SportsData #Brazil #Argentina #Colombia #Ecuador

Argentina's Copa Squad As the 2024 Copa America draws near, Argentina national team coach Lionel Scaloni is meticulously finalizing his final squad. The highly anticipated announcement will reveal the players who will support the iconic Lionel Messi in his quest for continental glory. With a wealth of talent at his disposal, Scaloni must carefully balance experience and youth, skill and strategy. The likes of Paulo Dybala, Angel Di Maria, Julian Alvarez, and Alexis Mac Allister are all vying for spots, and the coach's decisions will have a significant impact on Argentina's chances. Scaloni's selection will be a crucial step in La Albiceleste's preparation, and fans are eagerly awaiting the reveal. Will he opt for tried and tested veterans like Nicolas Otamendi and Sergio Aguero, or put his faith in emerging stars like Thiago Almada and Facundo Farias? The squad selection will be a delicate balancing act, as Scaloni seeks to create a cohesive unit that can challenge for the coveted title. The football world is watching with bated breath, eager to see which players will be entrusted with the responsibility of representing Argentina in the prestigious tournament. The announcement is imminent, and the anticipation is palpable. Who will make the cut, and who will miss out? Only time will tell, but one thing is certain - Scaloni's squad selection will be a pivotal moment in Argentina's Copa America journey. #ArgentinaCopaSquad #CopaAmerica2024 #LionelMessi #LaAlbiceleste #ScaloniSelection

Can we pick something here? 🚨DID YOU KNOW #MESSI ◾ Lost 2007 Copa America final. ❌ ◾ Lost 2014 World Cup final. ❌ ◾ Lost 2015 Copa America final. ❌ ◾ Lost 2016 Copa America final. ❌ Decided to retire from #Argentina national team after being heavily criticized by Argentinian media, fans, pundits even though he was giving everything to win a trophy with Argentina. ❌ After Argentina were struggling to qualify for the 2018 World Cup, he came back and scored a hat-trick against #Ecuador in the last match to take his country to the World Cup. In the 2018 World Cup, he got knocked out by #France in the Round of 16. ❌ In 2019, he lost the Copa America semi final to #Brazil. Shock after shock, heartbreak after heartbreak. But, he didn't give up. ❌ In 2021, he won the Copa America as the top scorer, top assister and the best player of the tournament. ✅ In 2022, he won the #Finalissima trophy with 2 assists and man of the match award. ✅ In 2022, he produced one of the greatest performances in #WorldCup history and carried his nation to World Cup glory. ✅ Lionel Messi's comeback will be remembered as the greatest comeback in #football history. ❤ But I learnt #persistence, #courage, #determination, #never-giving-in spirit, #improvement. You may need these in your #academic, #architectural, #sustainability, and #professional journeys, or any other journey in #life.

🐐 Lionel Messi’s Notable Individual Accolades; 🏅🏅🏅🏅🏅🏅🏅🏅Ballon d’Or 🏅🏅🏅🏅🏅🏅🏅🏅FIFA POTY 🏅🏅🏅🏅🏅🏅🏅🏅Pichichi Trophy 🏅🏅🏅🏅🏅🏅🏅Di Stefano Trophy 🏅🏅🏅🏅🏅🏅Golden Boot 🏅🏅🏅🏅🏅IFFHS Best Playmaker 🏅🏅🏅 UEFA POTY 🏅🏅FIFA World Cup Golden Ball 🏅🏅Copa America Best Player 🏅🏅Laureus SOTY 🏅Golden Boy 🏅Copa America Top Scorer 🏅Finalissima MVP ♻️If you enjoyed and found this helpful, share the post with your network and follow Philip Lawer Alimo,MSc in for more content like this. #data|#storytelling|#sports|#writing

Have you ever felt the pain of defeat not once or twice but back to back on the biggest stage of football? It’s a story of heartbreak: Mario Gotze’s extra time goal in the 2014 World Cup final, then back to back Copa America finals defeats to Chile in 2015 and the centenary edition. Who can forget that moment in the USA where Lionel Messi’s penalty miss meant his third straight final loss and he was talking of retiring from the Argentine jersey? But life had other plans. In 2021, at the Maracana, the very same stadium where he lost the 2014 World Cup final, Messi led Argentina to victory in the Copa America, hosted by Brazil. Then, in 2022, against France in Qatar, the team that beat them in 2018, Messi won the World Cup. And here we are today: Messi has won another Copa America, this time in the USA, the country where his penalty miss once made him question his future with Argentina. This is life coming full circle—from despair to joy, from devastation to the highest of highs. It’s a story that goes beyond sport, of one of the greatest athletes of all time. Ladies and gentlemen, bow down to Lionel Messi—the epitome of sporting greatness. Thank you for everything, Leo. #Lionelmessi #Messi #LM10 #Copaamerica #Copaamerica2024 #Champions #ArgvsCol #Argentina

⚽️Copa América 2024 Matchday 2: Argentina and Canada Secure Vital Wins⚽️ Matchday 2 of the Copa América 2024 brought thrilling encounters and significant victories. Argentina and Canada emerged victorious in their respective matches, showcasing skill, determination, and resilience. Here are the key highlights: Argentina vs. Chile: Late Winner: Lautaro Martínez secured a 1-0 victory for Argentina with a decisive late goal. Dominance: Argentina dominated with 21 shots to Chile's three. Messi's Magic: Despite injury concerns, Lionel Messi displayed his brilliance with a near-goal. Chile's Resilience: Claudio Bravo's crucial saves kept Chile in contention until the end. Canada vs. Peru: First Win: Canada earned their first win under new manager Jesse Marsch, defeating Peru 1-0. Red Card Drama: Peru played with 10 men after Miguel Araujo's red card. Decisive Goal: Jonathan David scored the match-winning goal following a swift counter-attack. Peru’s Persistence: Despite the numerical disadvantage, Peru continued to press until the final whistle. Read our detailed blog for an insightful analysis of these matches and more: https://lnkd.in/edZ6g4Sw #CopaAmérica2024 #Football #Soccer #Argentina #Canada #Matchday2 #TournamentHighlights

⚽️ Copa América 2024 Matchday 2: Argentina and Canada Secure Vital Wins Matchday 2 of the Copa América 2024 brought us incredible matches and thrilling victories! Argentina and Canada both secured crucial wins in their respective games. Here are the highlights: Argentina vs. Chile: Lautaro Martínez's Late Goal: Argentina edged out Chile 1-0 with a last-minute goal from Lautaro Martínez. Lionel Messi's Brilliance: Messi's moments of magic, despite an injury scare, kept fans on the edge of their seats. Chile’s Strong Defense: Claudio Bravo's saves were vital in keeping Chile in the game. Canada vs. Peru: Historic Win for Canada: Canada defeated Peru 1-0 in their Copa América debut under new manager Jesse Marsch. Red Card Controversy: Miguel Araujo's red card changed the momentum of the match. Jonathan David’s Winning Goal: David's composed finish secured the win for Canada. Peru’s Determined Effort: Peru continued to fight despite being down to 10 men. Read our full blog for a comprehensive wrap-up of the matches and insights into the tournament: https://lnkd.in/eaPYs9sR #CopaAmérica2024 #Football #Soccer #Argentina #Canada #Matchday2 #FootballFans

Argentina's Copa Squad As the 2024 Copa America draws near, Argentina national team coach Lionel Scaloni is meticulously finalizing his final squad. The highly anticipated announcement will reveal the players who will support the iconic Lionel Messi in his quest for continental glory. With a wealth of talent at his disposal, Scaloni must carefully balance experience and youth, skill and strategy. The likes of Paulo Dybala, Angel Di Maria, Julian Alvarez, and Alexis Mac Allister are all vying for spots, and the coach's decisions will have a significant impact on Argentina's chances. Scaloni's selection will be a crucial step in La Albiceleste's preparation, and fans are eagerly awaiting the reveal. Will he opt for tried and tested veterans like Nicolas Otamendi and Sergio Aguero, or put his faith in emerging stars like Thiago Almada and Facundo Farias? The squad selection will be a delicate balancing act, as Scaloni seeks to create a cohesive unit that can challenge for the coveted title. The football world is watching with bated breath, eager to see which players will be entrusted with the responsibility of representing Argentina in the prestigious tournament. The announcement is imminent, and the anticipation is palpable. Who will make the cut, and who will miss out? Only time will tell, but one thing is certain - Scaloni's squad selection will be a pivotal moment in Argentina's Copa America journey. ArgentinaCopaSquad #CopaAmerica2024 #LionelMessi #LaAlbiceleste #ScaloniSelection

#RBAsetpieces #CopaAmerica2024 The final was tough for #Argentina. The trophy was won only in extra time, without Leo Messi, subbed due to injury. #Colombia had a lower xG (1.14 vs 1.76) but took more shots (17 vs 9, 3 vs 4 on target) and created more threats from corners (2 shots from 7 corners vs 1 shot from 4). Data: SportsBase #football #soccer #footballanalysis #RBAanalysis ----------------- Follow us for more insights!

Copa América 2024 final preview: Argentina vs Colombia. 🏆 The battle for the title of the 48th edition of the Copa América is on! 💥 Will Argentina claim a record-breaking 16th title, or will Colombia claim their second-ever Conmebol Copa América title? 🥇 This Sunday, the three-week-long CONMEBOL Copa América comes to an end at the Hard Rock Stadium. A 65,000-capacity stadium and befitting venue for the continental contest dubbed 'Rocking the Continent.' Led by eight-time Ballon d'Or winner Lionel Messi, tournament favourites Argentina will unsheathe their swords against Colombia for the continent's ultimate football prize. Despite failing to surpass their total xG in the group stage, La Albiceleste won all three of their games before heading straight into the quarterfinals. Ecuador proved to be a tough nut to crack, but a 4-2 win via penalties got Scaloni’s men over the line before putting Canada aside in a 2-0 semi-final win.   Colombia, on the other hand, surpassed their total xG from the group stage, where they finished as leaders, before picking Panama apart in a 5-0 quarterfinal win. A feisty, event-laden 1-0 semifinal win over Uruguay, despite marshalling on with ten men for the entire second half, ensured they reached the final. Now, they will be looking to take the most prestigious scalp of the tournament. While Argentina remains unbeaten in the last three games against Colombia, they have only won once, that being their third win in eight games against La Tricolor [3W, 4D, 1L]. This weekend, they will be out for another win in an attempt to earn a record 16th Copa America title. It promises to be exciting! Will Messi lead Argentina to successive major international trophies, or will a dogged Colombia stop them in their tracks? #CopaAmerica2024 #CopaAmerica #Football #Soccer #Sportsdata #CopaAmerica2024Final #CopaAmericaFinal #FootballAnalysis #FootballAPI