As Copa America 2024 reaches its climax, the championship will be decided between Argentina and Colombia. Lionel Messi’s Argentina is vying for its 16th title, aiming to become the tournament’s most successful team, while Colombia is chasing its second title in history.
Argentina, coached by Lionel Scaloni, is the favorite to win and defend the title they secured in 2021 against Brazil. La Albiceleste head into the final after a convincing 2-0 victory over Canada in the semifinals, remaining unbeaten throughout the tournament.
On the other side, Colombia, led by coach Nestor Lorenzo, defeated Uruguay 1-0 in the semifinals, extending their unbeaten streak to 28 matches. With James Rodriguez leading the charge, Colombia aims to capture its second Copa America title.
Argentina lineup
Coach Lionel Scaloni has a full squad available and this Argentina’s starting XI:
Emiliano Martinez; Gonzalo Montiel, Cristian Romero, Lisandro Martinez, Nicolas Tagliafico; Angel Di Maria, Rodrigo De Paul, Enzo Fernandez, Alexis Mac Allister; Lionel Messi and Julian Alvarez
Colombia lineup
Coach Nestor Lorenzo will be without right back Daniel Muñoz, who was sent off in the semifinal against Uruguay. The starting XI is:
Camilo Vargas; Santiago Arias, Carlos Cuesta, Davinson Sanchez, Johan Mojica; Richard Rios, Jefferson Lerma, Jhon Arias, James Rodriguez, Luis Diaz; and Jhon Cordoba.