Argentina Edge Ecuador on Penalties to Reach Copa America Semifinals
Heroics from Goalkeeper Emi Martinez Propel Argentina
Argentina advanced to the semifinals of the Copa America on Thursday after a dramatic penalty shootout victory over Ecuador. The match ended 0-0 after 90 minutes, with goalkeeper Emi Martinez making two crucial saves in the shootout to send his team through.
Martinez denied Enner Valencia and Gonzalo Plata from the spot, while Argentina converted all four of their penalties. Lionel Messi, Lautaro Martinez, Leandro Paredes, and Nicolas Tagliafico all found the net for the Albiceleste.
Argentina will now face Colombia in the semifinals on Tuesday, while Ecuador's Copa America journey comes to an end.
Conclusion
Argentina's victory was a hard-fought one, but they ultimately showed their quality in the shootout. Martinez was the hero for Argentina, making two outstanding saves to secure the win. The Albiceleste will be confident heading into the semifinals, where they will face a tough test against Colombia.
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