copa america 2024

Mascherano says Argentina racist chants video 'taken out of context'

Javier Mascherano, the coach of Argentina's Olympic football squad, said Wednesday that a video showing racist chants by national team players after they won the Copa America was "taken out of context".

Fofana labels video posted by Fernandez 'uninhibited racism'

The video, posted by Argentina international Fernandez on his Instagram account, featured a song sung by some of the Argentina squad about France's players.

Messi to miss next two MLS matches

Lionel Messi will miss Inter Miami's next two Major League Soccer matches after injuring his right ankle in Argentina's Copa America final triumph, Miami coach Gerardo Martino said Tuesday.

French fury at Argentina's Copa America insults

The French Football Federation (FFF) said on Tuesday it plans to lodge a complaint with FIFA and take legal action after racist chants from members of Argentina's Copa America winning team.

France unhappy with insults from Argentina Copa winners

The chants were heard during a live video posted on social media by Chelsea and Argentina midfielder Enzo Fernandez from the team bus in the wake of the Copa victory over Colombia in Miami on Sunday.

'I am fine': Messi gives update on injury

"The Copa America is over and the first thing I want to thank everyone for the messages and greetings," Messi said on Instagram, one day after injuring his right ankle in the Copa final against Colombia in Miami.

Colombia football federation head and son arrested after Copa final

Sunday's final, which Colombia lost to Argentina, started over an hour late after police initiated a lockdown that left hundreds of fans stuck outside Florida's Hard Rock Stadium. Videos on social media showed security scuffling with fans attempting to breach the gates.

Argentina’s glorious era carved into granite

From the depths of despair to the heights of glory, Argentina's redemption story is a testament to perseverance and the indomitable spirit of camaraderie.

Copa chaos raises concerns for 2026 FIFA World Cup

Hard Rock Stadium will host seven games at the 2026 World Cup which the USA is co-hosting with Mexico and Canada.

July 10, 2024
July 10, 2024

Messi enjoying ‘last battles’ for Argentina

Lionel Messi said he was enjoying his "last battles" with Argentina after the 37-year-old found the net in a 2-0 win over Canada on Tuesday to book a place in the Copa America final.

July 10, 2024
July 10, 2024

Drake loses $300,000 on bet against Argentina

Drake posted an image on Instagram that showed his bet would have given him a $2.88 million payout if Canada won, but goals from Julian Alvarez and Lionel Messi moved Argentina into a fourth final in five editions.

July 10, 2024
July 10, 2024

'Let's enjoy what we are experiencing as a group'

Messi's 109th goal for Argentina also saw him surpass Iran's Ali Daei to take sole possession of second place on the all-time international scoring charts. Messi trails only Cristiano Ronaldo, who has scored 130 goals for Portugal.

July 10, 2024
July 10, 2024

Colombia, Uruguay clash in Copa semifinal with records in sight

Colombia enter the semi-final having avoided defeat in 27 consecutive games, matching their all-time unbeaten streak.

July 10, 2024
July 10, 2024

Messi, Alvarez on target as Argentina beat Canada 2-0 to reach Copa final

Julian Alvarez and Lionel Messi scored the goals as Argentina advanced to Sunday's final in Miami where they will face either Colombia or Uruguay.

July 10, 2024
July 10, 2024

Vinicius apologises after Brazil's early Copa exit

The 23-year-old Real Madrid winger was suspended due to an accumulation of yellow cards and watched from the stands as Brazil lost to record 15-times winners Uruguay 4-2 in a penalty shootout following a goalless draw on Saturday.

July 9, 2024
July 9, 2024

A perfect finish for Argentina and Spain? Your guide to streaming the Euros and Copa America finals live

The Euros and Copa America football tournaments have reached the last stages and we eagerly await the outcome of the finals. Can Argentina win for the 16th time? Or, will Colombia bask in the glory of beating the world champions?

July 9, 2024
July 9, 2024

Canada eye chance of 'special victory' against Argentina

"My mind is wrapped totally around giving our team a chance to not just have a special experience, but a real special victory," Marsch told a press conference.

July 9, 2024
July 9, 2024

Argentina's Copa quarterfinal win drives record ratings

The defending champions' 4-2 win on penalties was the most-watched Copa America quarter-final not featuring the United States in the history of the tournament on U.S. English-language TV.

July 9, 2024
July 9, 2024

Messi fit for semifinal against Canada, says coach Scaloni

Messi returned to action on Thursday in Argentina's quarter-final win against Ecuador after missing the final group-stage match due to injury. He played the entire game, but looked physically hampered.