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Saturday, July 2, 2011

Argentina held 1-1 Bolivia in Copa America 2011

Argentina’s Sergio Aguero scored on a soaring volley in the 76th minute to salvage a 1-1 draw against Bolivia in Friday’s opening match of the Copa America.

Sergio Aguero

Bolivia’s Edvialdo Rojas had stunned Argentine fans with a goal in the 48th to give the underdogs the early lead in a match played in freezing winter temperatures.

Sergio Aguero

It was a stuttering start for host nation Argentina, which was out-hustled for much of the Group A match. Argentina and Brazil are the favorites to reach the July 24 final.

Brazil, which has won four of the past five titles, opens its campaign Sunday against Venezeula in Group B.