Argentina Wins Penalty Shootout To Reach Semi Finals

Nicolas Otamendi puts Argentina in the semifinals

Argentina wins penalty shootout to reach semi-finals

Nicolas Otamendi scored the winning penalty as Argentina beat Ecuador 4-2 on penalties to reach the semi-finals of the Copa America.

The match was goalless after 90 minutes and extra-time, so it went to a shootout.

Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez saved two penalties, while Otamendi scored the winning spot-kick.

Argentina will now face Colombia in the semi-finals on Tuesday.

Conclusion:

Argentina's win was a hard-fought one, but they ultimately deserved to progress to the semi-finals.

They showed great resilience to come from behind and win the shootout, and they will be confident of going all the way in the tournament.

Nicolas Otamendi was the hero for Argentina, scoring the winning penalty and helping his team to reach the last four.