In an intense
America's Cup
Quarterfinals.
Argentina
together with
Ecuador
An exciting duel unfolded. Argentina took the lead in the first half when Lisandro broke the deadlock with a header. On the stroke of half-time, De Paul's penalty helped Argentina extend the lead, but then Valencia's goal kept Ecuador close. The game went into extra time, Kevin Rodriguez's equalizing goal allowed Ecuador to level the score, and the two sides failed to decide the winner in regular time.
With both sides entering the
penalty shootout
Argentina's Lionel Messi missed a penalty kick opportunity, but two excellent saves by goalkeeper Big Martin gave his team the edge. In the end, Argentina eliminated Ecuador on penalties to advance to the quarterfinals of the Copa America. They will face the winner of Venezuela and Canada in the semifinals.
