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Argentina Advances to 2019 Copa America Semifinals with 2-0 Win vs. Venezuela

Argentina is on to the semifinals at the 2019 Copa America after pulling out a 2-0 victory over Venezuela in the quarterfinals Friday at Estadio do Maracana in Rio de Janeiro.

Lautaro Martinez led the way for Argentina, opening the scoring with a 10th-minute goal. Giovani Lo Celso added one in the 74th minute, while keeper Franco Armani recorded a clean sheet.

What's Next?

Argentina will face Brazil in the semifinals Tuesday at 8:30 p.m. ET. Of note, Brazil and Venezuela played to a 0-0 draw during group play after Brazil had three goals disallowed.