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Aguero strikes as Argentina sinks Uruguay 1-0 in Copa America

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Last Updated : Jun 17 2015 | 11:07 AM IST

Sergio Aguero stole the limelight on Tuesday night as tournament favourites Argentina edged past defending champions Uruguay in their Copa America group-stage tie.

Following a goalless first-half, the Manchester City striker netted the decisive goal in the 56th minute after converting Pablo Zabaleta's cross, the BBC reported.

Although Uruguay were stubborn and wily in defence, Argentina- with Aguero, Lionel Messi and Angel Di Maria in their playing XI- dominated possession throughout the game.

With the win, Argentina lead the Group B table with four points from two games.

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First Published: Jun 17 2015 | 10:57 AM IST

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