3 players to watch in Copa America 2024 final | OneFootball

The Copa America 2024 final will see some of the most talented players in all of soccer go head-to-head as Argentina square off against Colombia.

The two South American nations will clash Sunday night at MetLife Stadium and we're all set to be entertained for 90 minutes of pure end-to-end soccer. Argentina will be eager to potentially send superstar Lionel Messi off into the sunset with their second straight title, while Colombia have their eyes on their second-ever Copa America trophy with an upset over the current holders.

Here are three players to watch in the Copa America final.

Argentina can count on Emi Martinez / Ira L. Black - Corbis/GettyImages

Colombia boast a lethal attack with the likes of James Rodriguez, Luis Diaz and Jhon Cordoba up front. If Argentina are to repeat as champions, expect Aston Villa shot-stopper Emiliano 'Emi' Martinez to step up big-time for La Albiceleste.

2. James Rodriguez - Colombia

James Rodriguez has starred at Copa America / Omar Vega/GettyImages

In the twilight of his playing career, Rodriguez has truly turned back the clock this summer for Colombia at Copa America. The 32-year-old has tallied a staggering six assists for Colombia to guide them to the final, and he could make history with one more win on Sunday night.

3. Lionel Messi - Argentina

Lionel Messi leads Argentina into action / Ira L. Black - Corbis/GettyImages

Last but most certainly not least, all eyes will be on Inter Miami's Messi come Saturday night as the eight-time Ballon d'Or winner hopes to bring home a third major trophy with Argentina. While he's already cemented himself as the game's greatest-ever player, another international trophy with La Albiceleste would only extend Messi's legend -- especially if he plays a pivotal role in Argentina winning.