KANSAS CITY, Kan. — Jonathan David scored in the 74th minute, and Canada beat Peru 1-0 on Tuesday night in the Copa America for its first victory over a South American opponent in 24 years.

Peru played a man short after Miguel Araujo was given a red card in the 59th minute for a studs-up tackle on Jacob Shaffelburg, a call made after a video review.

Canada got its first win in four matches under Jesse Marsch, the American hired as coach last month, and beat a South American team for the first time since a 2-0 victory over Colombia in the 2000 CONCACAF Gold Cup final.

David’s goal, his 27th for Canada, ended the national team’s 391-minute scoreless streak. Twenty-six of his goals have come in competitive matches.

The game was paused in first-half stoppage time when an assistant referee running on the non-shaded part of the stadium collapsed and needed medical attention. He got to his feet briefly and was taken off the field in a stretcher. He had been running down the line on the non-shaded part of the stadium.

Canada (1-1), in its first Copa America, rebounded from an opening 2-0 loss to defending champion Argentina, and Peru began with a 0-0 draw against Chile. The Canadians close Group A on Saturday against Chile at Orlando, Florida, the same day Peru (0-1-1) faces Argentina at Miami Gardens, Florida. The top two teams advance to the quarterfinals.

Peru reached the semifinals in 2021 before losing to Brazil. It had failed to score in nine of its last 12 matches.

David scored after Cyle Larin made a long outlet pass to Shaffelburg, who crossed. David took two touches and beat goalkeeper Pedro Gallese from near the penalty spot, sending the ball in off the far post. David is two behind Larin, Canada’s career-scoring leader.

Canada goalkeeper Maxime Crépeau made a diving save in second-half stoppage time, then punched away a free kick.

In a historic match that had fans on the edge of their seats, Canada secured a thrilling victory over Peru in the Copa America tournament. The Canadian team, led by captain Alphonso Davies, put on a masterful display of skill and determination to come out on top against their South American opponents.

The match started off with both teams trading blows, with Peru taking an early lead with a goal in the first half. However, Canada quickly responded with a goal of their own, thanks to a brilliant strike from Jonathan David. The game remained tied for much of the second half, with both teams fighting tooth and nail for every inch of the field.

In the final minutes of the match, Canada managed to break the deadlock with a stunning goal from Davies, who dribbled past multiple defenders before slotting the ball past the Peruvian goalkeeper. The Canadian fans erupted in cheers as their team took the lead, and despite a late surge from Peru, Canada held on to secure the victory.

This win marks a historic moment for Canadian soccer, as it is the first time that the national team has defeated a South American opponent in the prestigious Copa America tournament. The victory is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the Canadian players, who have been steadily improving and making a name for themselves on the international stage.

The Canadian team will now advance to the next round of the tournament with their heads held high, as they look to continue their impressive run and make a deep run in the Copa America. With their recent victory over Peru, Canada has proven that they are a force to be reckoned with in international soccer, and fans can’t wait to see what they will accomplish next.