Argentina’s 28 years-long wait for a Copa America title ended on Sunday morning when they defeated Brazil 1-0 in an exciting final at the Maracana Stadium in Rio.
Paris Saint Germain star, Angel Di Maria scored the only goal of the game in the 22nd minute with a beautifully lobbed ball past Brazil goalkeeper, Ederson.
Di María’s goal was Argentina’s first shot on goal during the game, but what really stands out is that this was the first goal for La Albiceleste in a title match since their 4-1 defeat against Brazil in the 2005 FIFA Confederations Cup.
Brazil had multiple opportunities to score the equalizer, with a goal by Richarlison called offsides in the 52nd minute. Minutes later, Richarlison had another chance when he sent a laser from a shot that Emiliano Martinez saved.
In all, Brazil had 13 shots to Argentina’s six and controlled possession for 60 percent of the match. It is also a big one for Lionel Messi as he wins his first major trophy for Argentina.
