Miami, 14 July— The Copa America grand final is set for an exhilarating showdown between Argentina and Colombia at Florida's Hardrock Stadium on Monday at 6 am. With Argentina on the cusp of securing their 16th title, and Colombia seeking to end a 23-year title drought, the stakes are incredibly high.

Argentina, a 15-time champion, is on a mission to maintain Latin supremacy. Colombia, undefeated in 28 matches against Argentina, is determined to reclaim their dominance. This year's final is expected to be a fierce battle between two powerhouses.

All eyes will be on Lionel Messi and James Rodriguez, the number 10s for their respective teams. While Messi's recent performances have been subdued, with one goal and one assist in the tournament, his experience and skill make him a constant threat. Messi has created eight chances in the tournament.

On the other hand, James Rodriguez is in stellar form, having scored one goal and assisted six, breaking Messi's previous record. Rodriguez has created five chances and made 17 passes, marking him as one of the season's standout players.

Argentina, led by coach Lionel Scaloni, will enter the final with an unchanged lineup, featuring Julian Alvarez alongside Messi in a 4-4-2 formation. The team has conceded only one goal in open play during the tournament, showcasing a strong defensive setup.

Colombia faces challenges with the absence of Daniel Munoz, who is suspended due to a red card received in the semi-final against Uruguay. There are also fitness concerns regarding Richard Rayos. Colombia's path to victory lies in defeating Argentina within 90 minutes, as beating Argentina's goalkeeper, Emi Martinez, in a tiebreaker is seen as nearly impossible.

Argentina holds a significant advantage in head-to-head statistics, with 13 wins out of 22 matches against Colombia's three. Argentina's defensive record is also impressive, with Emi Martinez securing four clean sheets. In contrast, Colombia has conceded 12 goals but maintained three clean sheets.

Supercomputer predictions favor Argentina with a 62.4% chance of winning, while Colombia stands at 37.6%.

Adding to the excitement is a halftime performance by Colombian pop star Shakira, whose previous performances have coincided with Argentina's losses, notably in the 2014 final.

As the world watches, the Copa America final promises to be a thrilling contest of skill, strategy, and determination. Will Messi lead Argentina to another historic victory, or will Rodriguez inspire Colombia to a long-awaited triumph? The stage is set for an unforgettable match.