Debut and triumph: Argentina beat Canada 2-0 for Copa América 2024 | VIDEO

With an explosive Lionel Messi in the second half, world champion Argentina successfully began the defense of the Copa América title by beating Canada 2-0, in the opening of the United States-2024 edition this Thursday in Atlanta.

The forwards Julián Álvarez, in the 49th minute, and Lautaro Martínez, in the 88th minute, were in charge of the goals at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium, which was dressed in light blue and white before the massive presence of 70,564 spectators.

With this victory in the opening of Group A, which Chile and Peru complete, Argentina extended its undefeated streak to 21 games since that surprise against Saudi Arabia in the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.

FULL TIME!

GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOL FROM ARGENTINA!

Lautaro Martínez managed to sneak the ball through the goalkeeper’s legs.

Not to believe! Lionel Messi misses another one-on-one. He can cost Argentina dearly.

Between Romero and Martínez they manage to drown out Cyle Larin’s goal cry.

Canada changed its attitude and is looking for a tie. He took the ball away from Argentina.

Lionel Messi couldn’t go head-to-head against Crépeau!

Yellow card for Rodrigo De Paul.

This was Julián Álvarez’s goal for Argentina’s partial victory.

GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOL FROM ARGENTINA!

Julián Álvarez scores the first for Argentina and the stadium explodes with emotion.

THE SECOND HALF STARTED!

An additional minute will be played.

Save from Martínez! The ‘Dibu’ saved the Argentine team. Eustáquio was close to scoring the first for Canada.

Mac Allister arrives in the area to deliver a header that ultimately ends up in the hands of the goalkeeper.

Goalkeeper Crépeau had to leave his area to intercept Julián Álvarez’s clearance.

Argentina pauses the game.

First dangerous arrival from Canada. Buchanan fails to hit the goal with his shot.

Excellent pass from Messi to Acuña. The side finally found no one in the area.

Davies’ shot hits the barrier.

Dangerous foul by Acuña near the area. Danger in the ‘Dibu’ arch.

Argentina constantly arrives with danger from Ángel Di María’s band.

Derek Cornelius manages to slide to avoid Lionel Messi’s shot. The Argentine players ask for a penalty for a possible handball.

Implacable ‘Cuti’ Romero in defense. Nobody passes by the Argentine defender.

In ten minutes, the ‘Albiceleste’ should already be ahead on the scoreboard. They should be more effective.

Lionel Messi! The ’10’ already had his first chance, but the cross ball went just wide.

Argentina came out quickly after a poorly executed corner by the North American team.

What Di María missed! ‘Flaco’ lost a one-on-one against the rival goalkeeper.

The referee calls a foul in favor of Canada. Paredes blocked Koné.

The public explodes after a fabulous start by Rodrigo De Paul.

First concrete arrival from Argentina. The play ends with a long-distance shot by Leandro Paredes.

Little by little both teams are settling in on the field.

The Canadian team surprises and comes out with everything in the first seconds.

THE MATCH STARTED! THE AMERICAN CUP STARTED!

CANADA FORMATION!

CANADA FORMATION!

Now it’s time for the Canadian anthem.

The Argentine anthem plays at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

This is how the Argentine fans live before the debut in the Copa América.

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With doubles from Lionel Messi and Lautaro Martínez, the Argentine team beat Guatemala 4-1 this Friday in their last friendly ahead of the Copa América United States 2024 that begins on Thursday with the Albiceleste as defending champions.

Where to see Argentina vs. Canada online?

In order to watch the online televised broadcast of the match between Argentina and Canada today online, you will have to create an account at TyC Sports Play or DSports. With your subscription you will be able to see more events of the beautiful sport, among other things.

What channel does Argentina vs. Canada?

The match between Argentina and Canada will be broadcast by TyC Sports, TV Pública and Telefé for the entire Argentine country, while for the North American country by RDS App, CTV App, TSN4, RDS 2, CTV Two and TSN1. In South America they will also broadcast it on DirecTV Sports.

When does Argentina play vs. Canada?

The duel for date 1 of Group A of the Copa América between Argentina vs. Canada will be played this Thursday, June 20, 2024 at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

WHAT TIME IS THE ARGENTINA VS CANADA MATCH?

Take note: the starting whistle for Argentina vs Canada will be at 9:00 p.m. in Argentina (7:00 p.m. in Peru). See the schedules by country here.

WHEN DOES ARGENTINA PLAY VS CANADA

The match between Argentina and Canada will be played today, Friday, June 20, 2024, at the Mercedes Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia, in the United States.

To continue adding new records to his inexhaustible record, as soon as the match in Atlanta begins on Thursday, Messi, eight-time Ballon d’Or winner, will become the player with the most appearances in the Copa América, with a total of 35.

The complicated Group A is completed with Chile and Peru, who will face each other the next day in the Pacific Classic at the ATT&T Stadium in Arlington, one of the 14 cities in the tournament.

Starting this Thursday, the Argentine team presents the Copa América title in its debut in Group A against Canada in Atlanta led by its star Lionel Messi, who begins a slow farewell process.

Welcome to the coverage of the match between Argentina and Canará for the Copa América 2024.