Argentina Survive Huge Scare, Beat Ecuador on Penalty Kicks to Reach Semis

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Argentina survived a huge scare on Saturday, beating Ecuador on penalty kicks to reach the semifinals of the Copa América.

The game was tied 0-0 after regulation and extra time, so the match went to a penalty shootout.

Julian Alvarez With a Powerful Right-Foot Shot Into the Top Corner

Argentina won the shootout 5-4, with Julian Alvarez scoring the winning penalty.

Argentina will now face Brazil in the semifinals on Tuesday.

In the other semifinal, Colombia will face Peru on Monday.

Conclusion

Argentina's victory was a huge relief for the team and its fans.

The team had been under a lot of pressure to perform well in the Copa América, and they came through with a big win.

Argentina will now be confident heading into the semifinals, and they will be looking to win their first Copa América title since 2015.