Argentina Advance to Copa America Quarterfinals with 1-0 Win

Otamendi Scores Early, Messi Returns

Buenos Aires, Argentina - June 21, 2021

Argentina secured their spot in the Copa America quarterfinals on Monday with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Paraguay. Nicolas Otamendi scored the game's only goal in the 8th minute, marking his second international goal in his 86th appearance for La Albiceleste.

The match was highly anticipated due to the return of Lionel Messi to the Argentina squad after missing the team's opening game against Chile. Messi played a pivotal role throughout the match, creating several chances and inspiring his teammates.