Lionel Messi scored a free-kick and served up two assists as Argentina beat Ecuador 3-0 on Saturday to set themselves up for a Copa America semi-final against Colombia. It was his 76th goal for Argentina, taking him to within one of Pele's South American record. Image: Lautaro Martinez scores for ArgentinaArgentina were unbeaten in 17 games coming into the game and they should have put the result beyond doubt earlier than they did. Image: Lautaro Martinez and Lionel Messi celebrate after scoringUnderdogs Ecuador came into the match without a win in their last six games but they had chances to score against a team seeking their first Copa America triumph since 1993. The result means Argentina will face Colombia, who overcame Uruguay on penalties earlier in the day, in the second Copa America semi-final on Tuesday.

Source: Sky sports July 04, 2021 09:00 UTC