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 6, 2024
July 6, 2024

Canada stun Venezuela on penalties to reach Copa semis

Canada reached the semi-finals of the Copa America on Friday after beating Venezuela 4-3 on penalties after the game finished 1-1 after 90 minutes.

July 6, 2024
July 6, 2024

Endrick to start for Brazil in Uruguay Copa clash: Dorival

Rising teenage star Endrick will be handed his first start for Brazil in their crunch Copa America quarterfinal clash with Uruguay, Brazil coach Dorival Jr. said Friday.

July 6, 2024
July 6, 2024

Martinez the shoot-out 'animal'

It will be tough for Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez to top his penalty shoot-out heroics from the run to World Cup glory in Qatar in 2022 but that certainly won't stop him trying.

July 5, 2024
July 5, 2024

Messi ‘angry’ after penalty kick gamble fails

The Argentina captain also revealed the light-hearted conversation he had with Martinez before the match.

July 5, 2024
July 5, 2024

I wasn't ready to go home: Emi Martinez

"I told the lads before the shootout that I wasn't ready to go home, this team deserves to go all the way to the final," the goalkeeper told Argentine television after the team had celebrated on the field.

July 5, 2024
July 5, 2024

Martinez saves Messi blushes as Argentina beat Ecuador to reach semis

Lionel Messi missed the opening penalty, chipping against the bar, but Argentina recovered to win the shoot-out 4-2 and progress into the semis.

July 5, 2024
July 5, 2024

Messi, Ronaldo and plenty more

Football fans in Bangladesh will wake up bright and early today and stay up way past their usual bedtime, enjoying three mouthwatering knockout matches across two continents in a dream weekend of international football.

July 4, 2024
July 4, 2024

Empty seats at Copa, a stark contrast to Euros

Copa favourites such as reigning champions Argentina and Brazil advanced to the quarter-finals playing in sold out stadiums but the less heralded teams have played in half-empty arenas.

July 4, 2024
July 4, 2024

Brazil or Argentina, who has an easier path to the final?

Brazil and Argentina have expectedly reached the quarterfinals of the Copa America 2024. The Selecao have a relatively more difficult road to the finale as they will face Uruguay in the last eight, whereas the Albiceleste will square off against Ecuador. 

July 4, 2024
July 4, 2024

Argentina set sights on semis as Copa knockout stage begins

The Argentines, defending Copa champions and title favourites, enjoyed wins over Canada, Chile and Peru in the group stage where the solidity of Lionel Scaloni's side was evident throughout.