Copa America 2024 Football Results: Messi and His Teammates in Argentina Had a Satisfying Debut, Winning 2-0 Against Canada in the Opening Match of Group A.

Argentina had a satisfying opening match, winning 2-0 against Canada in the opening match of Copa America 2024.

Argentina entered the opening match of Copa America 2024 as the defending champions of the tournament. Against Canada, many predicted that Argentina would win easily, but in reality, Scaloni’s team encountered many difficulties.

The match started at a fast pace from the moment the referee blew the opening whistle. The first opportunity came to Argentina in the 9th minute. A pass that tore through the Canadian defense put Di Maria in a favorable position to finish. It didn’t take half a second for the former PSG star to fire a low shot, but the Canadian goalkeeper played excellently.

In response, in the 43rd minute, Canada made Argentina’s fans’ hearts skip a beаt with a 100% chance. Taking advantage of a favorable cross from the right wing, Eustaquio jumped high and headed the ball from within 5m50, but the ball was saved by goalkeeper Martinez.

Entering the second half, Argentina pushed their team higher in search of a goal. Whatever happens must happen. In the 49th minute, Alexis Mac Allister assisted Alvarez to shoot the ball from close range, breаking the deadlock in the match.

Continuing their momentum, Argentina created numerous opportunities, but Messi and his teammates constantly missed them. Messi, in particular, caused much regret as the Inter Miami star twice had the chance to score in the second half but couldn’t find the net.

However, all of Argentina’s efforts were eventually rewarded. In the 88th minute, Messi delivered a perfect through ball for Martinez, who pierced the goalkeeper and set the score at 2-0 for the blue and white striped team.

The 3 points helped Argentina temporarily rise to the top of Group A in Copa America 2024.