Lionel Messi and Argentina Roll Past U.S. in Copa América Semifinal
By DAVID WALDSTEIN
Lionel Messi scoring on a free kick to give Argentina a 2-0 first-half lead over the United States in a Copa América semifinal. Bob Levey/Getty Images
Messi set up the first goal with a clever pass, scored the second goal on a free kick and added an assist on the fourth goal as Argentina thrashed the Americans.