Copa America 2015: Argentina 0-0 Colombia (5-4 after penalties): 5 talking points

Carlos Tevez scored the decisive penalty kick against Colombia to send Argentina through to the semi-finals of the Copa America after both teams failed to break the deadlock after 90 minutes. Although Argentina dominated possession and created plenty of chances, some resolute defending and some world class goalkeeping ensure that they had to wait until penalties to get a chance to win the game.The hero of normal time was undoubtedly David Ospina, who was having one of his best games in a Colombian shirt. Unlike his opposite number, the Arsenal keeper was on his toes throughout the game and on more than occasion helped keep his side in the game.  Ultimately though, it wasn’t enough as Colombia went out 5-4 on penalties. Here are the major talking points from the game.  Highlights: Argentina beat Colombia 5-4 in penalty shootout

#1 High on entertainment value, low on quality

This Copa America might be lacking in goals and goalmouth action, but one thing there has been plenty of is drama. Whether it is post-match scuffles between players or incidents during the match, the referees have had a hard time officiating this tournament because of its physical and uncompromising nature. 

The number of times players from both sides went down so easily, expecting decisions to go their way, was simply disgraceful. What was even worse was the amount of abuse that both sets of players in this game directed towards the Mexican referee.  

The likes of James Rodriguez and Sergio Aguero were getting involved and got yellow cards for being petulant and that has been a theme running throughout the tournament. While physicality and lack of goals can always be corrected, the attitude of the attackers must change, especially if they want to ply their trade in Europe, where referees won’t be as nice in not bringing out the cards for their petty actions.