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Argentina vs Ecuador 1-1 (PEN 4-2) Quarter Final Download Video Highlights: Copa America– July 5th, 2024.
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Argentina vs Ecuador the outcome was in favor of home sides via penalties
Reigning champions Argentina advanced to the Copa América semi-finals after a nail-biting 4-2 penalty shootout win over Ecuador on Friday.
Goalkeeper Emi Martinez was the hero, making two crucial saves in the shootout after the match ended 1-1 in regulation time.
Lionel Messi shrugged off hamstring concerns to start the game and played a crucial role in Argentina’s 1-0 lead.
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His corner was flicked on by Alexis Mac Allister, allowing Lisandro Martinez to head home the opener in the 35th minute.
Ecuador captain Enner Valencia hit the post from the penalty spot, but Kevin Rodriguez equalized in stoppage time, forcing a shootout.
With no extra time in Copa América knockout games, the match went straight to penalties.
Martinez saved Ecuador’s first two spot-kicks, while Messi clipped the crossbar with Argentina’s first attempt.
However, Nicolas Otamendi scored the decisive penalty to secure a semifinal spot for Argentina.
They will face either Venezuela or Canada in the next round, as they continue their quest for Copa América glory.
