Copa America 2021 is just getting started, but it has already brought soccer fans plenty of exciting moments. Matchday 2 of the tournament is now part of the past as the remaining games from Group A were played.
First, Chile beat Bolivia and grabbed their first victory in the competition as English-born Ben Brereton scored on his full debut. The Blackburn Rovers' striker had a good performance and impressed in his first time among the starters, and fans went wild on social media.
However, a big match was waiting right after that, as Argentina beat Uruguay at Estadio Mané Garrincha in Brasilia. Needless to say, the soccer community was also all over the Internet as these two lifelong rivals faced off.
Fans react to Ben Brereton's goal and Argentina vs Uruguay best memes
Copa America 2021 is being watched not only in South America but all over the world. The long-awaited continental competition is living up to expectations as every game gives plenty to talk about, and that becomes clear when checking social media.
Stoke-on-Trent-born Ben Brereton scored in his first game as a starter for Chile and handed them their first win under Martín Lasarte. La Roja's fans are mad about the Blackburn player and showed their love for him on the Internet. Moreover, Lautaro Martínez was in the eye of the storm for missing a great chance early in Argentina's clash with Uruguay.
Matchday 2 of the Copa America 2021 is now over and teams are already getting ready for the new round that will begin soon. The tournament is just getting started but soccer fans can't avoid going wild as these first games are being absolutely thrilling.
