Argentina secured its second consecutive Copa America title today, overcoming a second-half injury to Lionel Messi to defeat Colombia 1-0.
Lautaro Martínez’s goal in the 112th minute proved decisive for the world champions.
Messi appeared to suffer a non-contact injury while running and falling in the 64th minute and was later seen covering his face with his hands while sitting on the bench.
The match was delayed by over an hour after ticketless fans attempted to rush the stadium.
Colombia was more aggressive in the first half, forcing goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez to make four saves, but Argentina posed a greater threat in the second half.
In the 75th minute, Nicolás Tagliafico thought he had scored, but the goal was ruled offside.
Nicolás González, who replaced Messi, was stopped by Vargas in the 95th minute.
Several players lost their footing during the second half of the match, which took place on Sunday.
The pitch was heavily watered by sprinklers after a halftime performance by Colombian pop star Shakira, leading to an extended break.
Martínez entered the match in the 97th minute and scored from a perfect through pass by Giovani Lo Celso.