Lionel Messi, the Argentine captain, has etched his name in Copa America history by surpassing the legendary Chilean goalkeeper Sergio Livingstone’s record of most appearances in the tournament. Messi’s 35th appearance in the continental event, achieved during Argentina’s opening match against Canada in Copa America 2024, makes him the most experienced player in the tournament’s history.
The 48th Copa America Championship, featuring six CONCACAF and 10 CONMEBOL teams, begins in the United States on June 20th. Argentina, the reigning champion, takes on Canada in the opening match. Watch the tournament live on T Sports in Bangladesh or stream it on T-Flix.
The Copa America, South America’s premier football tournament, is heading to the United States in 2024. As we gear up for the 17th edition, let’s take a trip down memory lane and explore the tournament’s rich history, including the teams that have conquered the continent. From Argentina and Uruguay’s dominance to Brazil’s consistent success, this article delves into the edition-wise list of Copa America champions.
Argentina, led by Lionel Messi, seeks to win its second consecutive Copa America title, aiming to emulate Spain’s feat of three major titles in a row. The tournament, set in the United States, will also serve as a potential swansong for the legendary Messi. While Argentina remains a formidable force, their rivals like Chile and the United States present intriguing challenges.
The 48th edition of the Copa America will take place in the USA from June 20 to July 14, featuring 16 teams from North and South America. Argentina, led by Lionel Messi, aims to defend their title in what could be his final international tournament. The official mascot, an eagle named Capitan, represents the fusion of South American passion and American vibrancy.
Defending champions Argentina, led by Lionel Messi, begin their Copa America campaign against tournament newcomers Canada. Argentina, aiming for a strong showing after their World Cup triumph, faces a youthful Canadian side under new coach Jesse Marsch. The match marks Messi’s 35th Copa America appearance, surpassing a record previously held by Chile’s Sergio Livingstone.
The 48th Copa America tournament begins with a clash between defending champions Argentina and tournament newcomers Canada. Lionel Messi leads Argentina against Alphonso Davies’ Canada in Atlanta. The tournament features 10 South American teams and six from North and Central America and the Caribbean, hosted for the second time by the United States.
The Copa America 2024 kicks off with a clash between defending champions Argentina and Canada in Atlanta. The match pits Lionel Messi’s Argentina against a Canadian squad led by Bayern Munich’s Alphonso Davies. This Group A encounter marks the second meeting between the two teams, with Argentina holding a 5-0 victory from 2010.
Coal India Ltd is exploring lithium blocks in Argentina with a U.S. company under the Minerals Security Partnership (MSP), aiming to secure battery material supplies and diversify critical mineral supply chains. This collaboration aligns with India’s zero-carbon goals and efforts to reduce dependence on China for lithium processing. Alongside the lithium project, India and the U.S. are also co-investing in a rare earths deposit in Africa.
Facundo Tello, an Argentine referee, will be the sole non-European official in the opening match of Euro 2024, between Turkey and Georgia. Tello, a FIFA referee since 2019, brings experience from major tournaments including the World Cup in Qatar and the FIFA Arab Cup.
