Argentina crowned 2024 Copa America Champions

Argentina beat Colombia to win a record 16th Copa America , courtesy of Lautaro Martinez struck in the second half of extra time .

It was a game of few clear chances in hot, humid conditions, with Colombia’s Jhon Cordoba hitting the woodwork in the first half.

Argentina thought they had taken the lead with 15 minutes to go but Nicolas Tagliafico’s effort was ruled out for
offside .

Captain Lionel Messi was left in tears when he had to be replaced midway through the second half after injuring himself while chasing for the ball but celebrated his country’s third successive major tournament at the final whistle.

Kick-off was delayed because of chaos outside the Hard Rock Stadium.

Organisers said fans without tickets tried to get into the ground, leaving some fans waiting for hours in the Miami heat for the gates to open.

Fans and police officers and security clashed with several arrests made. Several supporters needed treatment from paramedics.