In the match between Argentina vs Peru, Argentina beats Peru 2 -0 to top group A in the match of Copa America 2024.
Argentina secured a spot in the quarter-finals prior to the Miami game, having defeated Canada and Chile, the other group members. This advantage enabled the reigning champions to take a break from their star players, among them captain Lionel Messi.
On Monday, Messi marked his 37th birthday, during which he sustained a thigh injury in their victory over Chile on Tuesday. He is anticipated to play in their quarter-final showdown on Thursday in Houston against the Group B second-place team.
Lautaro Martinez scored twice in the second half, contributing to Argentina’s weaker team’s victory over Peru 2-0 in the Copa America on Saturday, securing the top spot in Group A and eliminating Peru from the tournament.
Martinez, who was on the bench for the first match of the tournament, made his debut in the starting lineup and netted in the 47th and 86th minutes, scoring for the third consecutive game.
The Inter Milan forward completed a successful sequence of passes in the 47th minute, skillfully lobbing the ball over Peru’s goalkeeper Pedro Gallese, and did the same in the 86th minute, scoring again after Peru’s goalkeeper made some errors in defense.
Even without their coach Lionel Scaloni, who was suspended and penalized for starting late in two past games, and with a significantly altered starting lineup, Argentina faced little difficulty from their rivals.
They controlled the ball well in the first half and managed three shots on goal, yet Peru’s goalkeeper Gallese maintained a decent lead with a series of saves, with a particularly impressive save from a powerful free kick by Leandro Paredes in the 26th minute.
FAQ
Q. Why Messi didn’t play against Peru?
A. Messi had a thigh injury in match against Chile.
Q. Did Argentina win any Copa America title?
A. Yes. Argentina has won Fifteen times.
Q. Did Peru won Copa America?
A. Yes. Peru has won two times Copa America
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