EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- Chile successfully defended their Copa America title on Sunday night, beating Argentina on penalties in a rematch of the 2015 final that also went to spot-kicks after a scoreless draw. Francisco Silva converted the decisive attempt for the hosts after Lionel Messi and Lucas Biglia missed for the Albiceleste, which has now lost in the final of a major tournament for the third consecutive summer. Here are three quick thoughts on the match.
1. Chile deserved the win
Before this one-off "Centenario" edition of South America's continental championship, few thought that the Chileans had much hope of retaining their crown.