TEROPONGNEWS.COM, JAKARTA – 2022 world champions Argentina made a successful start to their 2024 Copa America USA campaign after beating Canada 2-0 in the opening Group A match at the Mercedes Benz Stadium from Atlanta, Friday (6/21/2024). .

From the first minutes, Argentina took the initiative to attack, starting with a long shot from Leandro Paredes, but it was still over the Canadian crossbar.

Canada, who lost possession, stole a chance before the final whistle of the first half. In the 42nd minute, Stephen Eustaquio stole the chance to score when he was free with a header.

But unfortunately his header was blocked by goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez. The first half ended with a score of points.

Featuring a nice lineup of players, Team Tango had no shortage of ideas to create every opportunity. It was proven that in the 49th minute, Julian Alvarez’s shot managed to tear the opponent’s net after responding to Liverpool midfielder Alexis Mac Allister’s brilliant pass.

Being superior in terms of ball possession and goal kicking made it easy for Lionel Messi and his friends to take advantage of opportunities on the pitch.

At his peak, Argentina’s long-awaited goal came courtesy of substitute Lautaro Martinez. Thanks to Messi’s beautiful pass in the 88th minute.

This victory allows Lionel Scaloni’s men to take the lead in the standings with three points ahead of Peru and Chile, who had never played before. In the meantime, Canada must be prepared to play the role of caretaker.