Argentina FC are ready to defend their title in Copa America, as they begin their campaign against Canada FC, who are first timers here. Heading into this match, both Argentina and Canada are confident ahead of this match. Argentina are the winners for the previous edition of Copa America, and are World Cup winners, giving them confidence here. Additionally, from Argentina‘s last 14 matches, they were able to win 13, and lost to one. On the other hand, Canada are now playing in their first-ever Copa America appearance. Canada are headed into this match from mixed results, which may affect their results for this opener. The meeting between these two teams is on June 21, 2024, at 8:00 AM (GMT+8).
Argentina FC
Argentina, led by Lionel Messi, have secured the Copa America crown for the first time since 1993 after defeating Brazil in the 2021 final. They followed this with a successful performance at the 2022 World Cup, where they beat France on penalties to win the trophy for the first time since 1986. Argentina has been in fine form since their World Cup success, winning 13 matches and losing only one. In their warm-up matches, Argentina edged out Ecuador and Guatemala, making it five consecutive victories since a surprise defeat to Uruguay in October. The team will now focus on Group A, with Argentina being heavy favorites to top the standings ahead of Canada, Chile, and Peru. The tournament opener on Thursday will be Argentina’s first meeting with Canada since a 5-0 friendly victory in 2010.
Scaloni has revealed his final 26-man squad for the Copa America opener against Argentina. He leaves out Valentin Barco, Leonardo Balerdi, and Angel Correa. Manchester United’s Lisandro Martinez is expected to replace Nicolas Otamendi in central defence. Messi is set to score twice.
Canada FC
Canada is set to participate for the first time as one of the six CONCACAF teams in the tournament. After failing to qualify as one of the four best teams in the 2023-24 CONCACAF Nations League, Canada went through a playoff. They secured a 2-0 victory in March’s playoff tie against Trinidad and Tobago. Canada may view the Copa America as an opportunity to test themselves against top-quality teams. This is before the 2026 World Cup, which they will co-host alongside the USA and Mexico. Canada will also be entering the competition under new management, with Jesse Marsch appointed last month. Marsch began his tenure with a 4-0 defeat to the Netherlands, but his side responded with a goalless draw against France.
Canada’s Alphonso Davies is a key player in the squad, playing in a back four alongside Alistair Johnston, Moise Bombito, and Derek Cornelius. Stephen Eustaquio will captain, and Jonathan David is a key goal threat.
Prediction:
Argentina FC (2.5)
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