Argentina Edges Past Ecuador in Tense Copa América Quarterfinal

Argentina edged past Ecuador 4-2 on penalties on Thursday night, advancing to the semifinals of the 2024 Copa América. The closely contested match ended 1-1 after regulation time, with both teams showcasing strong defensive displays.

A Tight Encounter Decided by Penalties

The game was a tense affair, with neither side able to gain a significant advantage throughout the 90 minutes. Argentina took the lead in the 62nd minute, but Ecuador responded with a penalty of their own that was miraculously saved by Argentina’s goalkeeper, Emiliano Martinez, who also played a starring role in the shootout.

Social media is abuzz with the hashtag #dibumartinez, praising the goalkeeper’s heroics. Videos of the penalty shootout, particularly Martinez’s saves, are trending on platforms like TikTok .

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Argentina on Course to Defend Title

With this victory, Argentina remains on track to defend their Copa América title. They will face the winner of the Colombia vs. Uruguay quarterfinal match in the semifinals.

Fox Sports Offers Highlights and Analysis

For those who missed the thrilling encounter, Fox Sports has a comprehensive recap, including match highlights and analysis https://www.foxsports.com/watch/fmc-fs-oguszydbyc424mfj. You can also find the full penalty shootout video on their YouTube channel YouTube.

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