On July 15, Beijing time, with Lautaro's killer goal in overtime, Argentina successfully defended its Copa America title, bringing this exciting final to a successful conclusion. After the match, Argentina's Romero was interviewed by the media, sharing his feelings and outlook on the team's future.
Romero began by expressing his respect for the Colombian team: "Colombia is a strong opponent who showed tenacity and excellent technical and tactical skills in the game. We are well aware of the difficulty of the game, but they did play a great game. However, we in Argentina did not back down in the face of the difficulties, and we proved that we can be united and give our best when it counts."
Talking about the team's successful title defense, Romero couldn't hide his excitement: "I haven't fully realized how great everything we've achieved is, but the joy and pride of this moment is real. We are once again at the top of the CONCACAF Champions League, and it's not just about winning on the pitch, it's about the spirit and hard work of our whole team. I am incredibly proud of this team and I feel very lucky to be part of this family."
Romero emphasized the strength of the team: "Here we are all one. Everyone contributes to the team, both the players on the field and the staff off the field. We share the sweat of training, the tension of the game and the joy of victory. Everyone is important, including the other 60 people who work with the national team. Without their hard work and selflessness, we could not have achieved what we have today."
Looking ahead, Romero said, "Although we have successfully defended the Copa América, our goal is much more than that. We will continue to work hard to create more history and glory for Argentine soccer. I believe that as long as we maintain our spirit of unity and hard work, we will be able to achieve better results in the coming tournaments."
