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.

June 28, 2024
June 28, 2024

Bielsa wants more from 5-star Uruguay

Marcelo Bielsa believes Uruguay have more to do to mark themselves out as one of the favourites to win the Copa America, despite crushing Bolivia 5-0 to make it two wins from two games.

June 28, 2024
June 28, 2024

I support Argentina for Messi: Mehazabien Chowdhury

The actress believes sports bring something beautiful and encourages everyone to enjoy the game. Despite differences in team allegiances, she emphasises the importance of mutual respect.

June 28, 2024
June 28, 2024

Uruguay thrash Bolivia 5-0, edge closer to quarters

Uruguay will progress as group winners if they avoid defeat by USA.

June 28, 2024
June 28, 2024

USA battling for survival after Panama upset

The defeat means the United States will almost certainly have to win or draw against group leaders Uruguay in their final group game next Monday to have any chance of advancing to the knockout rounds.

June 27, 2024
June 27, 2024

Supporting Brazil doesn't require disliking Argentina: Tasnia Farin

Dhaka's celebrated actress, Tasnia Farin, experienced the thrill of watching a football match from the gallery for the very first time. She attended Copa America 2024 held at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, USA, on Wednesday morning, as per Bangladesh time.

June 27, 2024
June 27, 2024

Venezuela into Copa quarters after Mexico defeat, Jamaica out

Mexico-based veteran striker Salomon Rondon stroked in the only goal from the penalty spot to seal all three points for Venezuela, who are top of Group B with six points from two games.

June 26, 2024
June 26, 2024

Mehazabien, Farin back Argentina for Copa America 2024

Prominent Bangladeshi actresses Tasnia Farin and Mehazabien Chowdhury posted pictures of themselves attending the Chile vs Argentina match at Copa America 2024.

June 26, 2024
June 26, 2024

Messi may skip Argentina's Copa America game against Peru

Lionel Messi may sit out Argentina's next Copa America game against Peru to rest a sore thigh with his team already qualified for the next round after two wins.

June 26, 2024
June 26, 2024

Scaloni says Argentina showed self-belief in late win over Chile

World champions Argentina showed their steel and killer instinct as they beat Chile 1-0 on Tuesday to book their place in the Copa America quarter-finals.

June 26, 2024
June 26, 2024

Martinez's late strike sends Argentina into Copa quarters

Just as it looked like Argentina would be made to rue their missed chances substitute Martinez pounced on a rebound from a corner and lashed home a right-footed shot in the 88th minute to ensure victory and a top-two spot in the group for the defending champions.