Argentina and Colombia will face in the Copa America 2024 final. The two teams have shown an excellent brand of football throughout the tournament. Both teams have been solid at the back. The reigning champions are the best defensive side conceding just one goal so far in the tournament. While Colombia is the second best conceding just two. The Los Cafeteros are on a 28-match streak and will look to continue by winning the final.
The reigning champions are on the verge of defending the trophy and becoming the most successful side by winning their 16th Copa America title. They are currently tied with Uruguay with 15 titles each by both nations. Colombia on the other hand have the chance of winning their second title after 23 years. The last time they qualified for a final was back in 2001. They defeated Mexico to earn their maiden silverware.
Both sides have some heavyweight names in their side. They would like to overcome the individual battles and bring in something special in the final of the tournament. The team that will have good control over the midfield will look to edge out in the big final on Sunday at Miami. Today we will look at some of the footballers who might change the game around in their team’s favour in the final.
Here are the top 3 players to watch out for in Argentina vs Colombia
3. Julian Alvarez (Argentina)
Julian Alvarez has been in sensational form since he joined the national team. He was a crucial factor in Argentina winning the World Cup in Qatar. The Manchester City striker has scored two goals so far for La Albiceleste. The has been leading the charge upfront for the three-time world champions. He would like to add more goals to his tally and win the tournament for the first time in his life. This is one trophy that is missing from his cabinet for the national side.
2. James Rodriguez (Colombia)
James Rodriguez has made a redemption of him. The Colombian captain has been just wonderful to watch in the ongoing tournament. Rodriguez is the favourite contender to become the Player of the Tournament. He so far has won 4 man of the match in 5 games for the side. The former Real Madrid footballer has 6 assists and one goal in the tournament so far. He will look to add a major silverware for his nation on Sunday.
1. Lautaro Martinez (Argentina)
Lautaro Martinez has been the supersub for Argentina. The Inter Milan skipper whenever he has taken the field from the bench, he has been the difference maker for the side. Martinez is leading the race for the Golden Boot with four goals to his name so far. He has come out on top for the reigning champions whenever the team was struggling to find the back of the net.
