At the end of this June, on the green field of the America's Cup, the fierce confrontation is not only a test of technology and physical strength, but also a drama of blood and wisdom.
When Argentina's blue and white jersey meets Peru's red and white, and when Canada's maple leaf song challenges Chile's mountain eagle soul, the charm of football is vividly interpreted in sweat and passion.
In that fateful Group A match, the Argentine team seemed to be engaged in a work of art without gunpowder.
Scaloni's absence, Messi's bench waiting, all this seems to be a sign that an extraordinary performance is about to take place.
Lautaro, Di Maria and Garnacho, the three front-line artists, painted a picture of victory with their feet.
Lautaro, Inter's striker, has scored three games in a row to tell the world that his name deserves to be remembered by every opponent.
His goal is not only a demonstration of skill, but also a victory of will, the kind of courage that can shine alone even in the shadow of Messi.
And the run after the goal, the hug, is the best tribute to the captain, but also the most intuitive embodiment of team spirit.
On the other hand, Di Maria's assist, like an artist's stroke of genius, is precise and elegant, turning football into a love letter to the opponent's net.
At that moment, football was no longer a simple competition, but a perfect blend of art and strategy.
Despite Paredes missing a penalty, Lautaro's brace sealed Argentina's victory and ended the group stage perfectly.
With three consecutive wins, the Argentine team announced their return with a kingly attitude, and also ignited the infinite hope of the championship in the hearts of fans.
On the other battlefield, Canada's story is equally fascinating.
Facing Chile, a traditional South American powerhouse, they wrote history with perseverance.
Suazo's red card was not only a turning point in the game, but also like a fateful arrangement, allowing the Canadian lads to bloom in the face of adversity.
Inferior in numbers, they did not flinch, but coldly froze the Chilean attack like a harsh winter in the Maple Leaf Country.
The 0-0 draw was a milestone breakthrough for Canada, as it was their first time reaching the quarter-finals of the Copa America.
In the long history of football, at this moment, Canada is no longer a spectator, but a participant, even a changer.
In this way, football is never just a sport for the feet, it carries the glory of the country, the dream of the team, and the struggle of the individual.
Argentina's flashy attack and Canada's tenacious defense weave the most moving football narrative poem of the summer.
Next, whether Argentina faces the unknown challenge of Group B, or Canada faces the powerhouse of Group B, every step will be towards greater glory.
The stage of the America's Cup is looking forward to more miracles and legends, and the protagonists of these stories are the fighters who sweat and chase their dreams on the green field.