Argentina Roar Back to Beat Costa Rica 3-1 in Friendly.
In a thrilling encounter at the LA Memorial Coliseum in Los Angeles, Argentina showcased their resilience as they staged a remarkable comeback to defeat Costa Rica 3-1 in an international friendly match on Tuesday.
Despite missing their talismanic captain Lionel Messi due to injury, the world champions displayed their trademark flair and determination to secure victory in their final match of a two-game tour of the United States.
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The first half saw Argentina dominate possession and create several scoring opportunities, but it was Costa Rica who struck first on 34 minutes through a swift counter-attack. Alvaro Zamora capitalized on a rebound from Walter Benitez’s save to give Costa Rica a surprise lead.
However, Argentina responded emphatically in the second half, with veteran Angel Di Maria leading the charge. Di Maria, displaying his trademark skill and precision, unleashed a stunning free-kick from outside the area to level the score at 1-1 on 52 minutes.
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The momentum swung in Argentina’s favor, and they capitalized on their dominance with two quick-fire goals. Midfielder Alexis Mac Allister capitalized on a rebound from a corner to put Argentina ahead, before Lautaro Martinez sealed the victory with a composed finish in the 77th minute.
Despite the absence of Messi, Argentina’s attacking prowess proved too much for Costa Rica to handle, with Di Maria, Mac Allister, and Martinez showcasing their individual brilliance.
The victory capped off a successful tour for Argentina, who had previously defeated El Salvador 3-0 in Philadelphia. Manager Lionel Scaloni will be pleased with his team’s performances and the depth of talent at his disposal as they continue their preparations for upcoming international competitions.
For Costa Rica, the defeat serves as a learning experience, highlighting areas for improvement as they look to strengthen their squad ahead of future challenges.
As the final whistle blew at the LA Memorial Coliseum, Argentina celebrated a well-deserved victory, showcasing their resilience and quality on the international stage.
AFP
