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      Bolivia 1 Argentina 4: Lionel Messi celebrates historic record with stunning Copa America brace that seals first place

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      LIONEL MESSI led Argentina to a dominant 4-1 win over Bolivia on the same night he became his country’s most capped player of all time.Papu Gomez opened the scoring before Messi registered an impressive brace in less than 10 minutes.
      Erwin Saavedra put Bolivia on the scoreboard in the second half and Lautaro Martinez completed the Albiceleste’s triumph soon after.
      Relive all the action in our live blog below…

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      THAT’S ALL FROM CUIABA
      Lionel Messi led Argentina to a 4-1 Copa America triumph at the Arena Pantanal on the same night he became his country’s most capped player of all time.
      Messi eclipsed former Barcelona team-mate Javier Mascherano’s record and registered his 148th international appearance, which he celebrated with an impressive brace that sealed first place in the Albiceleste’s group.
      Lionel Scaloni’s men opened the scoring after just six minutes when the Argentine captain’s perfect ball found Papu Gomez unmarked and the Sevilla star beat Carlos Lampe with a fine finish.
      Gomez was then floored by Diego Bejarano inside the area and Messi hit the target from the penalty spot in the 33rd minute.
      The Barcelona legend completed his brace just nine minutes later thanks to a scintillating flick over Lampe, following a superb cross by Sergio Aguero who also registered his 100th international appearance.
      Bolivia showed some life in the second half as Erwin Saavedra beat Franco Armani with a fine finish following a beautiful low cross from Leonel Justiniano in the hour-mark.
      But Lautaro Martinez sealed Argentina’s triumph just five minutes later following a moment of confusion in the Bolivians’ box.
      Bolivia could have suffered a heavier defeat if it wasn’t for goalkeeper Lampe, who made a total of nine saves.
      The 34-year-old shot stopper made a series of crucial saves as he kept out two consecutive efforts by Martinez on 70 minutes.
      He also denied Messi a hat-trick on two separate occasions as he blocked a shot down his bottom right corner and then got the better of Julian Alvarez who tried to score from close range after getting the rebound.
      Lampe then saved a late free-kick from the Barcelona legend, who sent the ball under the Bolivian wall.
      Argentina are now set to face Ecuador in the Copa America quarter-finals on Saturday, following an undefeated run in the group stage where they won three out of four matches
      Thanks for following the action with us, have a lovely night!
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      FINAL TABLE
      Argentina finished first in Group A with three wins and a perfect undefeated record in all of their four matches.
      The Albiceleste completed the first round with three points ahead of second-placed Uruguay.
      Bolivia, on the other hand, finished last after losing all four of their games.
      More below:

      STATS
      Argentina dominated a whopping 68 per cent of possession against Bolivia in their final match of the Copa America group stage.
      The Albiceleste registered a staggering total of 18 shots, 13 of which were on target.
      Bolivia, on the other hand, only managed five shots, two of which were on target.
      The Verde could have suffered an even heavier defeat if it wasn’t for Carlos Lampe, who made nine saves
      FT: ARGENTINA 4-1 BOLIVIA
      Argentina sealed first place in their Copa America group after a dominating display against Bolivia at the Arena Pantanal.
      The Albiceleste opened the scoring after just six minutes when Lionel Messi’s perfect ball found Papu Gomez unmarked and the Sevilla star beat Carlos Lampe with a fine finish.
      Gomez was then floored by Diego Bejarano inside the area and Messi celebrated his record 148th cap with a goal from the penalty spot.
      The Barcelona legend registered a brace in the 42nd minute after a perfect flick over Lampe, following a superb cross by Sergio Aguero.
      Bolivia showed some life in the second half as Erwin Saavedra beat Franco Armani with a fine finish following a beautiful low cross from Leonel Justiniano on the hour-mark.
      But Lautaro Martinez sealed Argentina’s triumph just five minutes later following a moment of confusion in the Bolivians’ box
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      PEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEP!
      THAT’S FULL-TIME IN CUIABA!!!!
      ARGENTINA 4-1 BOLIVIA
      90+2 YELLOW CARD
      Bolivia ace Wayar gets booked shortly after his introduction
      ARGENTINA 4-1 BOLIVIA
      90+2 CHANCE!
      Messi, who is still on a hat-trick, tries a shot from a tight angle on the left but Lampe denies him.
      The Bolivia keeper just made his ninth save!
      ARGENTINA 4-1 BOLIVIA
      90+1 CHANCE
      Vaca wastes that free-kick as he sends the ball to the Argentine wall and the same happens with his rebound.
      Three minutes of added time to go
      ARGENTINA 4-1 BOLIVIA
      90 YELLOW CARD
      Argentina ace Acuna gets booked for a foul on Henry Vaca from behind.
      Bolivia get a free kick from a very promising position at the edge of the box
      ARGENTINA 4-1 BOLIVIA
      88 Argentina star Lautaro suffers a hard challenge from behind by Haquin.
      The striker is hurt but thankfully gets back up on his feet
      ARGENTINA 4-1 BOLIVIA
      86 YELLOW CARD
      Bolivia ace Ramallo gets booked for an elbow on Martinez, there seems to be some blood on the Argentina ace’s left hand after that challenge
      ARGENTINA 4-1 BOLIVIA
      85 SUBSTITUTION
      Bolivia manager Farias makes his final change as Villarroel replaces Saavedra
      ARGENTINA 4-1 BOLIVIA
      83 It is more than just safe to assume that Argentina have sealed first place in Group A.
      If I’m not mistaken, the Albiceleste will face Ecuador in the Copa America quarter-finals
      ARGENTINA 4-1 BOLIVIA
      81 SUBSTITUTION
      Bolivia manager Farias makes another change as Wayar replaces Fernandez
      ARGENTINA 4-1 BOLIVIA
      81 Alvarez came extremely close to making it five earlier on as his close-range shot picked up a deflection and almost hit the back of the net.
      But Bolivia star Lampe, who has been tremendous tonight, stopped it at the last moment with his right arm
      ARGENTINA 4-1 BOLIVIA
      80 Here’s how Lautaro scored Argentina’s fourth just two minutes after his introduction.
      And yes, Messi was part of that goal!

      ARGENTINA 4-1 BOLIVIA
      77 CHANCE!
      Argentina legend Messi tries a beautiful shot from a free-kick but Lampe saves down his bottom right corner.
      Alvarez gets the rebound in front of the Bolivia keeper but his shot is also saved!
      What a goalie!
      ARGENTINA 4-1 BOLIVIA
      75 Here’s how Saavedra put Bolivia on the scoresheet with a fine finish.
      Check out the lovely switch between Justiniano and Chura

      ARGENTINA 4-1 BOLIVIA
      73 Saavedra has been Bolivia’s best player in the Copa America this year.
      Well, him and Lampe it seems, as the goalkeeper has been so impressive in Brazil
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      ARGENTINA 4-1 BOLIVIA
      71 SUBSTITUTION
      Argentina manager Scaloni makes another couple of changes as Paredes and Dominguez come on for Rodriguez and Palacios respectively
      ARGENTINA 4-1 BOLIVIA
      70 WHAT A CHANCE!
      Bolivia goalkeeper Lampe has been such a standout player in the Copa America, such a shame we won’t see any more of him.
      Just now, the star shot-stopper denied two straight efforts by Lautaro with some fine lunges
      ARGENTINA 4-1 BOLIVIA
      68 Just two minutes after his introduction, Lautaro gets on the scoresheet.
      What a partnership the Inter Milan star has had with Messi in the Copa America
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      ARGENTINA 4-1 BOLIVIA
      65 Chaos ensues in Bolivia’s box after Acunas’s cross from the left.
      The ball reaches Lautaro, who finds the back of the net on his first contact with the ball

      GOOOOOOOOOOAAAAAAAALLLLLLLLL!
      ARGENTINA MAK IT FOUR WITH LAUTARO!!!!!
      ARGENTINA 3-1 BOLIVIA
      63 SUBSTITUTION
      Argentina manager Scaloni responds with a double change as Lautaro and Lo Celso replace Aguero and Correa respectively
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      Bolivia vs Argentina FREE: Live stream, TV channel, kick-off time and team news for Copa America clash TONIGHT

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      ARGENTINA take on winless Bolivia as the Copa America 2021 continues in Cuiaba.Lionel Messi and Co are already through to the quarter-finals, but will go through as group winners with victory.

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      Lionel Messi is hoping to lead Argentina to Copa America gloryCredit: AFP
      Finishing second in the group would put Argentina on a collision course with hosts and tournament favourites Brazil.
      When is Bolivia vs Argentina?

      This Copa America clash is set for Tuesday, June 29.
      Kick-off is at 1am BST.
      When the sides met last year in World Cup qualifying, goals from Joaquin Correa and Lautaro Martinez gave Argentina a 2-1 win.

      Which TV channel and live stream can I watch it on?
      Every game of this year’s Copa America is available on free-to-air TV here in the UK.
      This match is live on the BBC Red Button.
      You can also stream the action by heading to the BBC iPlayer.

      What is the team news?
      Marcelo Moreno is expected to return for Bolivia as their Covid-hit squad begins to take shape.
      Sadly they are already out of the competition, but could also start Jaume Cuellar who returns from suspension.
      Argentina have a fully-fit squad to choose from and Sergio Aguero looks set to partner Messi up-front.
      Match odds

      Argentina to win – 7/50
      Draw – 7/1
      Bolivia shock victory – 22/1

      *All odds from Betfair and correct at time of publication. More

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      Brazil 1 Ecuador 1 LIVE REACTION: Brazil winning run ends as Mena’s goal cancels out Militao’s opener

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      BRAZIL return to Copa America action looking to make it four wins from four.Neymar and Co have already secured qualification into the knockout stages, but will be keen to make a clean-sweep of the group with victory over Ecuador.

      Start time: 10pm GMT
      TV/Live stream: BBC Red Button
      Brazil XI: Alisson, Emerson, Eder Militao, Marquinhos, Renan Lodi, Lucas Paqueta, Fabinho, Douglas Luiz, Firmino, Gabi, Everton
      Ecuador XI: Galindez, Preciado, Arboleda, Palacios, Hincapie, Caicedo, Mendez, Franco, Estupinan, Preciado, Valencia

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      REPORT
      BRAZIL’S ten-game winning run came to an end after plucky Ecuador earned a draw in the final Copa America group game in Goiania.
      Coach Tite made ten changes from the midweek win over Colombia as Neymar, Casemiro, Thiago Silva and Richarlison were rested.
      The reigning champions had already booked their spot in the next round as group winners, while their opponents had to better Venezuela’s score to remain in the competition.
      Neymar was rested
      And it was nearly the perfect start for Selecao as Renan Lodi broke clear down the left and looked to be bundled over inside the box within the opening minute. The referee and VAR disagreed.
      Brighton’s Moises Caicedo was then stretchered off on 17 minutes with a knee injury in a blow to Ecuador, with Angel Mena coming on.
      Then almost goal of the tournament from Ecuador skipper Enner Valencia.
      He spotted Alisson off his line and sent a shot from the halfway line goalwards and with the Liverpool keeper losing his footing as he retreated to his line, he was glad to see it land on the roof of his net.
      Brazil then had big chances through Gabi with a 1v1 attempt which Galindez rushed off his line to prevent before Lucas Paqueta sent a shot inches wide from the edge of the area.
      But they did break the deadlock on 37 minutes when Everton’s free kick from wide on the right was met by the towering Eder Militao who powered a header back where it came from and into the top corner. His first goal for Brazil.
      Militao and Brazil celebrate the opener
      Ecuador came out the traps quickest in the second half and Angelo Preciado had a shot deflected wide, as did Valencia who went close with an effort shortly after.
      But they were rewarded for their pressure just eight minutes into the half.
      An initial Ecuadorian corner was headed clear by the Brazil defence but it was helped back into the box by three consecutive Ecuador headers.
      The final one by Valencia helped the ball into the box and into the path of substitute Angel Mena and he couldn’t miss as he smashed beyond Alisson from six yards.
      Angel Mena and Ecuador celebrate the equaliser
      Tite made changes late in the game and Vinicius Jr nearly had his first Brazil goal but he couldn’t stretch enough to finish off a clever move and great Lucas Paqueta cross, knocking it wide.
      Enner Valencia was then the second Ecuador player to be stretchered off as he felt his calf with ten minutes to go.
      Then in the final few minutes, Richarlison had a big claim for a penalty as Pervis Estupinan bundled into him inside the area.
      Again, the referee and VAR were untroubled.
      The draw, alongside Venezuela’s defeat to Peru, mean Ecuador join Brazil in the final eight, with Neymar and co still warm favourites to lift the trophy once again.
      HAPPY TO BE HERE
      Ecuador fight to a big point in Brazil.
      And they seem to be pleased with it!

      FINAL STATS
      A complete transformation from the first half as Ecuador created more chances in the game.
      Credit: Flashscore
      FINAL STANDINGS
      How Group B looks after everyone has played.
      Venezuela’s defeat means they are out.
      Brazil through as group winners.

      FULL-TIME: BRAZIL 1 ECUADOR 1
      Substitute Angel Mena earned the visitors a draw with his second-half strike cancelling out Eder Militao’s opener.
      They needed the point to stay in the competition and were good value for it.
      Brazil already through as group winners and had the luxury of resting Neymar.
      Neymar on the bench
      PEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEP!
      FULL-TIME IN BRAZIL: BRAZIL 1-1 ECUADOR
      BRAZIL 1-1 ECUADOR
      90+4′ Everton Ribeiro takes it himself and it doesn’t clear the first man.
      Dear oh dear.
      Ecuador keeper Galindez
      BRAZIL 1-1 ECUADOR
      90+3′ Everton Ribeiro skips by Pineida on the left and has his shirt tugged.
      It’s a free kick just outside the area wide on the left.
      BRAZIL 1-1 ECUADOR
      FIVE MINUTES ADDED
      BRAZIL 1-1 ECUADOR
      90′ The ball in is met by Marquinhos but he heads over.
      BRAZIL 1-1 ECUADOR
      90′ Richarlison goes down lookign for a penalty as Estupinan challenges for a bouncing ball inside the area.
      It looked clumsy but the referee waves play on.
      Everton Ribeiro sends a deep ball into the box which is headed behind for a corner.
      BRAZIL 1-1 ECUADOR
      87′ Estupinan breaks down the Ecuador left.
      He digs out a cross towards the penalty spot and Campana rises between the centre backs but can’t get a good purchase on the header and it rolls harmlessly wide.
      Emerson and Estupinan challenge
      BRAZIL 1-1 ECUADOR
      86′ Ecuador playing for the point as they know it should now be enough to secure their spot in the next round.
      Preciado then bursts forward down the right and he lays on a perfect cross across the Brazil area but Campana can’t get on the end of it.
      BRAZIL 1-1 ECUADOR
      Double Ecuador change:

      OFF – Valencia and Preciado
      ON – Campana and Pineida

      BRAZIL 1-1 ECUADOR
      83′ Richarlison wiped out down the Brazil right and Estupinan picks up the games first YELLOW CARD.
      It’s a long way out this free kick on the touchline.
      BRAZIL 1-1 ECUADOR
      81′ Enner Valencia goes down in the middle of the park and is gesturing that he needs to come off.
      The stretcher is on the park to take the Ecuador skipper off.
      Hopefully nothing too serious. The game restarts with Ecuador down to ten men temporarily.
      Vinicius Jr strikes wide
      BRAZIL 1-1 ECUADOR
      81′ Fabinho heads clear at the front post.
      BRAZIL 1-1 ECUADOR
      80′ Close! An ambitious effort if he meant it as the whipped in delivery looks to creep under the bar of the Brazil keeper.
      But Alisson tips it over for a corner.
      BRAZIL 1-1 ECUADOR
      79′ A dangerous chance here for Ecuador, a free kick wide on the right.
      Six blue shirts in the box.
      BRAZIL 1-1 ECUADOR
      Brazil double change:

      OFF – Everton and Lucas Paqueta
      ON – Everton Ribeiro and Richarlison

      BRAZIL 1-1 ECUADOR
      75′ More changes in the offing for Brazil with 15 minutes to play.
      Great play from Angel Mena as he beats four challenges down the right to win the throw in for Ecuador in the final third.
      Alisson charged down by Enner Valencia
      BRAZIL 1-1 ECUADOR
      71′ Ecuador substitution:

      OFF – Palacios
      ON – Plata

      BRAZIL 1-1 ECUADOR
      70′ It’s in towards Militao again but this time it’s well defended by three in blue shirts.
      But the changes for Brazil have helped turn the tide in the last few minutes.
      BRAZIL 1-1 ECUADOR
      69′ The ball in is too deep and Mena collects.
      He goes down under the pressure of Fabinho and the free kick goes against him, presumably for handball.
      25 yards from goal, on the touchline on the left.
      Angel Mena gets Ecuador level
      BRAZIL 1-1 ECUADOR
      68′ Vinicius Jr with a no-look pass into Paqueta in the box who finds Casemiro out on the left.
      His deep ball into the area is attacked by Emerson who wins a corner.
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      Brazil vs Ecuador FREE: Live stream, TV channel, kick-off time and team news for Copa America clash TONIGHT

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      BRAZIL return to Copa America action tonight looking to make it four wins from four.Neymar and Co have already secured qualification into the knockout stages, but will be keen to make a clean-sweep of the group with victory over Ecuador.

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      Brazil have won the opening three matches of their Copa America campaignCredit: EPA
      When is Brazil vs Ecuador?

      This Copa America group game is set for TONIGHT, June 27.
      Kick-off is at 10pm BST.
      When the sides met earlier this month in World Cup qualifying, goals from Richarlison and Neymar gave Brazil a 2-0 victory.

      Which TV channel and live stream can I watch it on?
      You can catch the entire of this year’s Copa America on free-to-air TV here in the UK.
      This match will be shown live on the BBC Red Button.
      Simply head to BBC ONE and hit the red button on your remote, selecting this match from the menu.
      You can also stream it live via the BBC iPlayer – providing you have a valid TV licence.

      What is the team news?
      Thiago Silva is set to be rested by Tite, as the Brazil boss has one eye on the quarter-finals.
      Neymar looks set to play though and will hope to add to his two goals and two assists already racked up in the competition.
      Leonardo Campana will likely lead the line for Ecuador, who need a result to stand any chance of qualification.
      Match odds

      Brazil to win – 7/20
      Draw –
      Ecuador victory – 9/1

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      Lionel Messi’s wife Antonela shares never-before-seen picture of pair as teenage sweethearts in gushing birthday message

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      LIONEL MESSI’S wife Antonela has shared a never-before-seen picture of the teenage sweethearts in a birthday message to her husband. The pair, both from Rosario, Argentina, married in July 2017 after more than 20 years of knowing each other.
      Antonela posted a photo of the pair in their teenage years on InstagramCredit: INSTAGRAM/ANTONELAROCCUZZO
      The couple at the Ballon d’Or 2019 ceremonyCredit: GETTY IMAGES
      They have three sons together: Thiago, Mateo, and Ciro.
      The Barcelona captain celebrated his 34th birthday on Thursday away from his wife and kids as he is current chasing Copa America glory with Argentina.
      His wife Antonela captioned the Instagram post: “Happy Birthday my Love.
      “We love you more every day! You are everything to us, we miss you so much!”
      Argentina are looking to capture the Copa America, ending their 28-year major international trophy drought.
      Messi has guided Argentina to the top of their Copa America group, which has seen the La Albiceleste draw one and win two.
      Argentina will play their last group game against Bolivia on Tuesday, June 29.
      Messi has scored one goal and provided one assist in the three games played, scoring a wonderful free-kick in the opening group game draw against Chile.
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      The pair were married in 2017Credit: Alamy Live News
      They share three children togetherCredit: Refer to Caption
      Messi curled the ball into the top-right cornerCredit: GETTY IMAGES

      The legendary attacker stepped up central to the goal, 25 yards out, and curled the ball into the top-right corner.
      But his stunner wasn’t enough to secure three points, with Chile’s Eduardo Vargas scoring the equaliser.
      The game also saw Blackburn Rovers’ Ben Brereton play, sharing the pitch with one of the greatest of all time.
      The Stoke-on-Trent born striker switched international allegiance from England to Chile due to the fact his mother was born in the country.
      Lionel Messi surprised on 34th birthday as Argentina team-mates give Barcelona superstar presents at Copa America More

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      Watch as Lionel Messi is woken up in middle of night by Argentina team-mates as Barcelona star celebrates 34th birthday

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      LIONEL MESSI was woken up in the middle of the night for a birthday surprise by his Argentina team-mates. The Barcelona superstar was given presents by his compatriots as they sang ‘Happy Birthday’ while away on Copa America duty.
      Lionel Messi opens his birthday giftsCredit: https://www.instagram.com/leomessi/?hl=en
      Messi blows out his cake on his 34th birthdayCredit: https://www.instagram.com/leomessi/?hl=en
      Messi thanks his Argentina team-mateCredit: https://www.instagram.com/leomessi/?hl=en
      Messi’s team-mates then gave him gifts, including a cap, as they presented him with a cake to mark his 34th birthday.
      Only room-mate Sergio Aguero didn’t seem to be having a good time, with Messi’s new Nou Camp pal seeming to just want to go back to sleep.
      The Argentina icon is currently away competing with the team in Brazil at the Copa America.
      Writing on social media, Messi said: Thank you very much for making me spend a special day even though I am not with the family whom I miss a lot at the moment.”
      Messi’s Argentina have already secured their place in the knockout stages of the Copa America.
      A 1-0 victory over Paraguay took them into the quarter-finals as Messi became Argentina’s joint most capped player with 147 appearances.

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      Messi is set to surpass Javier Mascherano’s total later in the competition with Bolivia next up on Monday.
      The Barcelona star’s club future is still uncertain though with Messi’s contract expiring at the end of this month.
      But Messi’s focus, having celebrated his birthday, is leading Argentina to their first Copa America title since 1993.

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      Brazil 2 Colombia 1: Neymar and co make Copa America quarter-finals with Casemiro winner following a controversial win

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      BRAZIL have advanced to the Copa America quarter-final stage with a controversial victory over Colombia.The Tricolor opened the scoring with a stunning overhead kick by Luis Diaz but the Selecao equalised with a questionable goal by Roberto Firmino before Casemiro’s winner in the final minute of stoppage time.

      THAT’S ALL FROM RIO
      Brazil punched their ticket to Copa America’s quarter-finals after a controversial victory over Colombia at the Olympic Stadium.
      Referee Nestor Pitana became an unlikely protagonist in this crucial encounter as he refused to halt the game after the ball hit him in the build-up to the Selecao’s equaliser.
      The Tricolor opened the scoring after just 10 minutes with what could be the goal of the tournament by Luis Diaz.
      Juventus star Juan Cuadrado delivered a pinpoint cross from the right flank and found Diaz, who hit the back of the net with a stunning overhead kick that gave Weverton absolutely no chance.
      Brazil struggled throughout the match to threaten Colombian goalkeeper David Ospina, who equalled Carlos Valderrama’s record of 111 caps.
      Neymar came close after 66 minutes when he picked up a lovely pass by Roberto Firmino inside the area and dribbled past Ospina but sent the ball to the right-hand post in front of open goal from a tight angle.
      However, Tite’s men got their equaliser on 78 minutes when Renan Lodi’s cross from the left set Firmino up for the header that the Colombia goalkeeper failed to hold on to.
      The Colombians were incensed with referee Pitana as he refused to award a dropped ball after making contact in the build-up.
      The ensuing fracas between the official and Reinaldo Rueda’s men led to 10 minutes of stoppage time, which made things worse for the complainants.
      Brazil turned things around in the final minute of the game when Neymar picked up an unmarked Casemiro from a corner-kick and the Real Madrid star headed the ball to the back of the net.
      The Selecao have sealed first place in Group B and are now set for a favourable draw in the quarter-finals after Sunday’s final group-stage match with Ecuador.
      Colombia are second but will have to wait on the final round of fixtures that will determine their fate in the tournament.
      Thank you for following the action with us, have a lovely night!
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      UPDATED TABLE
      Brazil have sealed first place in Group B and are set for a favourable draw in the quarter-finals.
      The Selecao have won all three of their matches so far and are set for a final encounter in the group stage against Ecuador.
      Colombia, on the other hand, are second, and will have to wait for the final round of fixtures to determine their fate.
      More below:

      STATS
      Brazil dominated a whopping 70 per cent of possession throughout the encounter.
      The Selecao also produced a total of 15 shots, but only a mere four of them were on target.
      Colombia, on the other hand, registered only three shots, two of which were on target.
      Tite’s men were superior but needed to wait until the 10th minute of stoppage time to win with Casemiro’s header:

      FT: BRAZIL 2-1 COLOMBIA
      Brazil punched their ticket to Copa America’s quarter-finals after a controversial victory over Colombia at the Olympic Stadium.
      The Tricolor opened the scoring after just 10 minutes with what could be the goal of the tournament by Luis Diaz.
      Juventus star Juan Cuadrado delivered a pinpoint cross from the right flank and found Diaz, who hit the back of the net with a stunning overhead kick that gave Weverton absolutely no chance.
      Brazil struggled throughout the match to threaten Colombian goalkeeper David Ospina, who equalled Carlos Valderrama’s record of 111 caps.
      Neymar came close after 66 minutes when he picked up a ball by Roberto Firmino inside the area and dribbled past Ospina but sent the ball to the right-hand post in front of open goal from a tight angle.
      However, the Selecao got the equaliser on 78 minutes when Renan Lodi’s cross from the left set Firmino up for the header that the Colombia goalkeeper failed to hold on to.
      The Colombians passionately complained after the goal as the ball hit the referee, who then refused to award a dropped ball as expected.
      Brazil then turned things around in the 10th minute of stoppage time when Neymar picked up an unmarked Casemiro from a corner-kick and the Real Madrid star headed the ball to the back of the net
      GETTY IMAGES
      PEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEP!
      AND THAT’S IT IN RIO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
      BRAZIL 2-1 COLOMBIA
      90+11 YELLOW CARD
      Colombia ace Cuellar gets booked for a rough challenge from behind on Neymar
      BRAZIL 2-1 COLOMBIA
      90+10 Neymar delivers a wonderful corner-kick from the right side and finds Casemiro completely unmarked in the area and the Brazil star beats Ospina with a clinical header!
      Terrible defending there by Colombia, who had been solid throughout the game…

      GOOOOOOOOAAAAAAAALLLLLLLLLLL!
      BRAZIL TURN THINGS AROUND WITH CASEMIRO!!!!!!!
      BRAZIL 1-1 COLOMBIA
      90+9 CHANCE!
      Neymar sets Danilo up in the area but his shot is blocked and goes out for a corner-kick.
      Barrios gets booked with a yellow card after a shoulder tackle on the PSG superstar in the build-up
      BRAZIL 1-1 COLOMBIA
      90+7 Neymar tries a long ball in the area but it goes straight to Ospina.
      Colombia are trying to let time go by in order to protect the result
      BRAZIL 1-1 COLOMBIA
      90+4 YELLOW CARD
      We just noticed that Ospina got booked for dissent following Firmino’s equaliser a few minutes ago
      BRAZIL 1-1 COLOMBIA
      90+3 Here’s how Brazil equalised with Firmino.
      However, the clip doesn’t show the ball hitting the referee before it reached Lodi down the left flank

      BRAZIL 1-1 COLOMBIA
      90 Referee has given 10 more minutes of stoppage time to go.
      This comes after Colombia’s complaints following Brazil’s controversial equaliser
      BRAZIL 1-1 COLOMBIA
      90 SUBSTITUTION
      Colombia manager Rueda makes a change ahead of stoppage time as Murillo replaces Diaz
      BRAZIL 1-1 COLOMBIA
      89 CHANCE!
      Colombia show some teeth as Borja gets a header in the area but the ball goes straight to Weverton’s arms
      BRAZIL 1-1 COLOMBIA
      89 Brazil equalised with Firmino after the ball bounced off the referee, who refused to pause the game.
      That led to intense protests by Colombia
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      88 RED CARD
      Referee has showed the red card to someone from Colombia’s bench.
      Can’t see who that is, but it doesn’t look like it is manager Rueda
      BRAZIL 1-1 COLOMBIA
      87 CHANCE
      Colombia play quickly after Neymar’s foul and Diaz tries a low cross from the left flank that is blocked by Marquinhos in the area
      BRAZIL 1-1 COLOMBIA
      87 YELLOW CARD
      Neymar gets booked for an elbow on Barios but an already enraged Colombia side are asking for a red card!
      BRAZIL 1-1 COLOMBIA
      85 After a long interruption, the game has finally restarted but Colombia are still frustrated with the referee.
      In the meantime, check Neymar’s unbelievable missed chance earlier on in the match:

      BRAZIL 1-1 COLOMBIA
      83 The game has yet to restart as Colombia continue to complain, and quite rightfully so.
      Neymar is asking for a yellow card on the players who are objecting his decision.
      Ospina refuses to return to his net
      BRAZIL 1-1 COLOMBIA
      81 The goal stands but the Colombians continue to complain!
      Have to say, Colombia have a point there. When the ball hits the referee the play needs to stop.
      The official was even ready to blow his whistle but ultimately allowed the game to continue
      BRAZIL 1-1 COLOMBIA
      78 Brazil finally get their equaliser as Lodi delivers a beautiful cross from the left and finds Firmino in the area who heads it past Ospina that fails to hold on to the ball.
      Colombia are passionately objecting as the ball hit the referee before it reached Lodi down the left flank.
      They claim he should have paused the game and awarded a dropped ball, as it’s expected; the official is now speaking with VAR

      GOOOOOOOOAAAAAAAALLLLLLLLLLL!
      BRAZIL EQUALISE WITH FIRMINO!!!!!!!!!!!
      BRAZIL 0-1 COLOMBIA
      77 SUBSTITUTION
      Brazil manager Tite makes some switches as he introduces Everton and Barbosa, who replace Jesus and Richarlison respectively
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      Argentina 1 Paraguay 0 RESULT: Messi and co advance to Copa America quarter-finals after Gomez winner

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      ARGENTINA made it to the Copa America quarter-finals after beating Paraguay 1-0 at the Estadio Nacional de Brasilia.Papu Gomez’s winner sealed qualification for the Albiceleste in a historic night for Lionel Messi, who became the national team’s joint-most capped player of all time.

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      Lionel Messi will be looking to make it three unbeaten for Argentina vs ParaguayCredit: AP
      What time does Argentina vs Paraguay kick-off?

      Argentina’s clash with Paraguay will kick-off in the early hours of Tuesday, June 22 at 1am UK time.

      What channel is it and can it be live streamed?

      Argentina vs Paraguay will be shown LIVE on the BBC iPlayer.
      You can live stream the event from the BBC iPlayer app, which is available for download onto your mobile, tablet device or Smart TV.

      Can I watch for FREE?

      Yes, the game is available for FREE on the BBC iPlayer, so long as you have a TV licence.

      THAT’S ALL FROM BRASILIA
      Argentina punched their ticket to the Copa America quarter-finals after beating Paraguay 1-0 at the Estadio Nacional de Brasilia in a historic night for Lionel Messi.
      Messi equalled former Barcelona team-mate Javier Mascherano’s record and became his national team’s joint-most capped player of all time.
      The Albiceleste extended their two-year undefeated streak thanks to Papu Gomez’s winner but failed to convince once more.
      Lionel Scaloni’s men started strong and came close to an opener after just seven minutes when Paraguay’s defenders got mixed up and Piris da Motta accidentally headed the ball back to Sergio Aguero who failed to properly flick it over goalkeeper Antony Silva.
      However, the Argentines regrouped just three minutes later when Messi produced a stunning run down the attacking third and passed the ball to Angel Di Maria.
      Di Maria then set Gomez up with an incredible low cross in the area and the Sevilla star flicked the ball over Silva to give his country the lead.
      Messi came close to combining his 147th appearance with yet another goal on 18 minutes when he fired a free-kick from the edge of the box and just missed the Puebla keeper’s bottom right corner.
      Argentina thought they got a second in the first minute of stoppage time when Gomez’s cross down the left flank bounced off Junior Alonso and ended up in the Paraguayan’s own net.
      However, the referee and VAR overruled the goal as Messi was offside and blocking Silva’s vision in the build-up when Di Maria produced a long-range effort.
      Paraguay showed grit throughout the encounter with some stunning runs by Newcastle star Miguel Almiron but lacked the necessary clinical edge.
      Eduardo Berizzo’s men registered a total of 10 shots but only two of them were on target.
      Argentina failed to produce a single goalscoring threat in the second half, but Scaloni will take solace in the second consecutive clean sheet and the fact his team didn’t concede any clear-cut chances.
      The Albiceleste top Group A with seven points after winning two out of their first three matches and are two points ahead of second-placed Chile.
      Thank you for following the action with us, have a great night!
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      Argentina have advanced to the Copa America quarter-finals after beating Paraguay.
      The Albiceleste top Group A with seven points after two wins and one draw in their first three matches in the competition.
      The Albirroja, on the other hand are third with two points separating them from second-placed Chile.
      More below:

      STATS
      Paraguay dominated 57 per cent of possession throughout the match but that didn’t help them get a result.
      The Albirroja improved in the second half as they registered 10 shots, but only two of them were on target.
      Argentina, on the other hand, produced eight shots, four of which were on target.
      Both teams lacked some essential clinical edge but showed some good passing skills as they had an accuracy rate close to 85 per cent
      FT: ARGENTINA 1-0 PARAGUAY
      Argentina qualified for the Copa America quarter-finals after beating Paraguay at the Estadio Nacional de Brasilia.
      The Albiceleste opened the scoring after just 10 minutes when Lionel Messi produced a stunning run down the attacking third and passed the ball to Angel Di Maria.
      Di Maria then set Papu Gomez up with an incredible low cross in the area and the forward flicked the ball over Antony Silva to give his country the lead.
      Lionel Scaloni’s men thought they got a second in the first minute of stoppage time when Gomez’s cross down the left flank bounced off Junior Alonso and ended up in the Paraguayan’s own net.
      However, the referee and VAR overruled the goal as Messi was offside and blocking Silva’s vision in the build-up when Di Maria produced a long-range effort.
      Argentina are through but failed to convince once more with a hapless performance in second half
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      PEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEP!
      AND THAT’S FULL-TIME IN BRASILIA!!!!!!
      ARGENTINA 1-0 PARAGUAY
      90 Four more minutes of added time to go.
      Will we see anything notable from either side…?
      ARGENTINA 1-0 PARAGUAY
      88 Messi dominated in the first half with a series of scintillating runs and dribbles.
      But just like the rest of Argentina, the Barcelona legend has been poor in the second half
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      87 SUBSTITUTION
      Another double change for Paraguay as Samudio and Gonzalez replace Avalos and Angel Romero respectuvely
      ARGENTINA 1-0 PARAGUAY
      85 Paraguay have been dominating 57 per cent of possession but still no substance!
      If Argentina manage to protect the result then they can only take solace on the clean sheet and the fact they didn’t concede any clear-cut chances.
      Because other than that, the Albiceleste have been poor
      ARGENTINA 1-0 PARAGUAY
      83 CHANCE
      Argentina finally show some life as Messi tries a long-range shot that goes straight to Silva’s hands
      ARGENTINA 1-0 PARAGUAY
      82 SUBSTITUTION
      Paraguay manager Berizzo also introduces Sanchez, who replaces Piris
      ARGENTINA 1-0 PARAGUAY
      80 SUBSTITUTION
      Argentina manager Scaloni makes another double change as Dominguez and Angel Correa replace Paredes and Di Maria respectively
      ARGENTINA 1-0 PARAGUAY
      78 YELLOW CARD
      Paraguay ace Lucena gets booked for a heavy challenge on Messi
      ARGENTINA 1-0 PARAGUAY
      78 Paraguay are obviously dominating this second half but aren’t producing anything substantial.
      Argentina seem comfortable with the way the game is going as they know that even a draw would send them to the Copa America quarter-finals
      ARGENTINA 1-0 PARAGUAY
      75 This has been quite a hapless second half…
      Paraguay still lack that clinical edge and Argentina are so predictable when they attack
      ARGENTINA 1-0 PARAGUAY
      72 SUBSTITUTION
      Argentina manager Scaloni shakes things up as Gomez makes way for De Paul, who has been stunning in his last few matches for the Albiceleste.
      The Udinese star and Lo Celso have been outstanding in midfield recently
      ARGENTINA 1-0 PARAGUAY
      70 Here’s an interesting stat for you:
      Argentina haven’t managed to score a single second-half goal in their last six games.
      Told you the Albiceleste tend to crumble in the dying minutes of their matches despite their two-year undefeated streak
      ARGENTINA 1-0 PARAGUAY
      68 Argentina’s attacks are so predictable as no one is running vertically.
      They just move the ball backwards or to the wings…
      ARGENTINA 1-0 PARAGUAY
      65 SUBSTITUTION
      Paraguay manager Eduardo Berizzo makes a double change.
      Oscar Romero replaces Alejandro Romero whereas Lucena takes Cubas’ place
      ARGENTINA 1-0 PARAGUAY
      63 This is a completely different half in terms of Argentina’s performance.
      The Albiceleste are struggling to attack and that is mainly due to the fact that Paraguay have picked their lines up
      ARGENTINA 1-0 PARAGUAY
      60 We didn’t see much from Aguero tonight.
      That raises questions as to what he can offer Barcelona this coming season after a hapless campaign with Manchester City
      ARGENTINA 1-0 PARAGUAY
      59 SUBSTITUTION
      Argentina make the first substitution of the match as Joaquin Correa replaces Aguero, who struggled to shine tonight
      ARGENTINA 1-0 PARAGUAY
      58 Paraguay are taking the game to Argentina with a fine spell of pressure.
      We’ve seen Argentina crumbling in the last few minutes of their most recent encounters against Chile and Colombia
      ARGENTINA 1-0 PARAGUAY
      55 Paraguay continue to dominate possession and know they can get a goal against this Argentina side.
      Remember, the Albiceleste have failed to win seven of their last 15 games, even though they are undefeated for two years now
      ARGENTINA 1-0 PARAGUAY
      53 Paraguay appear to be holding their lines just a little higher, which prevents Messi from producing the same runs he had in the first half.
      At least for now…
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