Argentina Comes from Behind to Defeat Costa Rica 3-1 in Friendly Match

“Angel Di Maria, Alexis Mac Allister, and Lautaro Martinez Lead Argentina’s Comeback Victory Against Costa Rica in International FriendlyArgentina staged a remarkable comeback on Tuesday as they rallied to defeat Costa Rica 3-1 in an international friendly held in Los Angeles. Despite the absence of injured captain Lionel Messi, the world champions concluded their two-match tour of the United States with a well-deserved win at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum.Under the guidance of coach Lionel Scaloni, Argentina, who had previously beaten El Salvador 3-0 in Philadelphia, asserted their dominance in the first half, creating several scoring opportunities. However, it was Costa Rica who struck first on 34 minutes with a goal from Alvaro Zamora following a swift counter-attack.Argentina responded early in the second half with a sensational equalizer from veteran Angel Di Maria in the 52nd minute. The 36-year-old Benfica winger unleashed a magnificent free-kick from just outside the box, finding the top corner of the net.The South American side continued their resurgence, taking the lead from a set-piece situation. Nicolas Tagliafico’s header hit the crossbar, and Liverpool midfielder Alexis Mac Allister was quick to capitalize on the rebound, nodding home from close range.Inter Milan forward Lautaro Martinez sealed the victory in the 77th minute, capitalizing on a sublime through ball from Rodrigo De Paul and delicately chipping the ball over Costa Rica goalkeeper Navas.”