By Humberto Viera
14 Jul 2024, 15:39 PM EDT
Argentina and Colombia, two titans of South American football, are preparing to fight an epic battle in the final of the 2024 Copa América. Beyond the excitement of the moment, this match is of special importance due to the rich history that unites both teams, full of memorable clashes and moments of great tension.
In the Copa América, Argentina and Colombia have faced each other on 15 occasions, representing almost half of their total clashes. The historical balance leans in favor of the Albiceleste, with 7 victories, while Colombia has celebrated 3 triumphs. The remaining 5 draws have been decided by Argentina in penalty shootouts, as in the 1993 semifinal, the 2015 quarterfinal and the 2021 semifinal.
The last meeting between the two teams took place in the semi-final of the 2021 Copa América at the Mané Garrincha stadium in Brasilia, where they tied 1-1 with goals from Lautaro Martínez and Luis Díaz. The penalty shoot-out favoured Argentina 3-2, thanks to the saves of Emiliano Martínez, who began his impressive streak in this type of shoot-out with the national team.
If we expand the horizon beyond the Copa América, Argentina and Colombia have played a total of 40 matches, with the first meeting in February 1945 culminating in a resounding 9-1 victory for the Albiceleste. Throughout their history, Argentina has achieved 20 victories, while Colombia has achieved 9 victories and 11 draws.
The last official meeting between the two teams took place in the South American qualifiers for the 2022 World Cup. On 1 February 2022, Argentina won 1-0 in Córdoba thanks to a goal from Lautaro Martínez.
The 2024 Copa América final promises to be an epic clash between two teams thirsty for glory. The historic rivalry, individual talent and the passion of their fans promise a vibrant and unforgettable match.
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