Argentina vs Colombia: A History of Rivalry

Copa América 2011

The first half of the Argentina vs Colombia match in Copa América 2011 was an intense and entertaining affair. Both teams had their chances to score, but neither could find the back of the net. Argentina had the best chance of the half when Lionel Messi found himself one-on-one with the Colombian goalkeeper, but his shot was saved. The second half was more of the same, with both teams creating chances but unable to score. The match eventually ended in a 0-0 draw.

FIFA World Cup Qualifying - CONMEBOL 2011

The Colombia vs Argentina FIFA World Cup Qualifying - CONMEBOL game on November 15, 2011, was a must-win for both teams. Argentina needed a win to keep their hopes of qualifying for the World Cup alive, while Colombia needed a win to secure their place in the tournament. The match was played in a hostile atmosphere in Barranquilla, Colombia, and Argentina was under pressure from the start. However, Argentina took the lead in the 17th minute through a goal from Gonzalo Higuaín. Colombia equalized in the 55th minute through a goal from Radamel Falcao, but Argentina won the match 2-1 in the 83rd minute through a goal from Sergio Agüero.