Match report
Argentina Defeats Canada 2-0 in Copa America
Argentina
2–0
FT
Canada
Jun 21, 2024
Argentina showcased their superiority in the Copa America by defeating Canada 2-0. Goals from J. Álvarez and L. Martínez were the decisive factors in Argentina's win. Despite several substitutions on both sides, Argentina maintained their composure to secure the victory.
Key Facts
- • J. Álvarez scored the first goal for Argentina in the 49th minute, assisted by A. Mac Allister.
- • L. Martínez scored the second goal in the 88th minute, assisted by L. Messi.
- • R. De Paul received a yellow card for Argentina in the 61st minute due to a handball.
- • Canada made multiple substitutions, including T. Buchanan being replaced by J. Shaffelburg in the 59th minute.
- • Canada's Ismael Koné and D. Cornelius both received yellow cards.
Lineups
Argentina
Formation: 4-4-2
Starting XI
- 23 E. Martínez (G)
- 26 N. Molina (D)
- 13 C. Romero (D)
- 25 Lisandro Martínez (D)
- 8 M. Acuña (D)
- 11 Á. Di María (M)
- 7 R. De Paul (M)
- 5 L. Paredes (M)
- 20 A. Mac Allister (M)
- 10 L. Messi (F)
- 9 J. Álvarez (F)
Substitutes
- 16 G. Lo Celso
- 22 Lautaro Martínez
- 19 N. Otamendi
- 4 G. Montiel
- 3 N. Tagliafico
- 14 E. Palacios
- 21 V. Carboni
- 6 G. Pezzella
- 12 G. Rulli
- 18 G. Rodríguez
- 1 F. Armani
- 17 A. Garnacho
- 15 N. González
- 2 L. Martínez Quarta
- 24 E. Fernández
Canada
Formation: 4-4-2
Starting XI
- 16 M. Crépeau (G)
- 2 A. Johnston (D)
- 15 M. Bombito (D)
- 13 D. Cornelius (D)
- 19 A. Davies (D)
- 17 T. Buchanan (M)
- 8 I. Koné (M)
- 7 S. Eustaquio (M)
- 23 L. Millar (M)
- 10 J. David (F)
- 9 C. Larin (F)
Substitutes
- 14 J. Shaffelburg
- 22 R. Laryea
- 12 J. Russell-Rowe
- 21 J. Osorio
- 1 D. St. Clair
- 25 T. Oluwaseyi
- 4 K. Miller
- 20 A. Ahmed
- 6 S. Piette
- 24 M. Choinière
- 5 J. Waterman
- 3 L. De Fougerolles
- 11 T. Bair
- 26 K. Hiebert
- 18 T. McGill
Timeline
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49' Argentina Goal · Normal GoalJ. Álvarez · Assist: A. Mac Allister
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59' Canada subst · Substitution 1Off: T. Buchanan · On: J. Shaffelburg
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61' Argentina Card · Yellow CardR. De Paul
Handball
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68' Argentina subst · Substitution 1Off: Á. Di María · On: G. Lo Celso
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76' Argentina subst · Substitution 2Off: J. Álvarez · On: L. Martinez
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77' Argentina subst · Substitution 3Off: Leandro Paredes · On: Nicolás Otamendi
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80' Canada subst · Substitution 2Off: C. Larin · On: R. Laryea
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81' Canada Card · Yellow CardIsmael Koné
Foul
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85' Canada subst · Substitution 3Off: L. Millar · On: J. Russell-Rowe
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85' Canada subst · Substitution 4Off: Ismael Koné · On: J. Osorio
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88' Argentina Goal · Normal GoalL. Martinez · Assist: L. Messi
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89' Argentina subst · Substitution 4Off: N. Molina · On: Gonzalo Montiel
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89' Argentina subst · Substitution 5Off: M. Acuña · On: N. Tagliafico
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90'+4 Canada Card · Yellow CardD. Cornelius
Foul
Match Stats
| Stat | Argentina | Canada |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 15 | 9 |
| Pass Accuracy | 91% | 81% |
| Offsides | 1 | 1 |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | 19 | 10 |
| Corners | 7 | 4 |
| Total Passes | 604 | 327 |
| Yellow Cards | 2 | 2 |
| Blocked Shots | 3 | 4 |
| Shots on Target | 9 | 2 |
| xG | 3.02 | 1.16 |
| Shots off Target | 7 | 4 |
| Possession | 64% | 36% |
| Goals Prevented | 0 | 0 |
| Accurate Passes | 547 | 265 |
| Shots Inside Box | 15 | 6 |
| Saves | 2 | 6 |
| Shots Outside Box | 4 | 4 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ Argentina's early goal by J. Álvarez in the 49th minute set the tone for the match, giving them a significant advantage.
- ▸ L. Martínez's goal in the 88th minute sealed the victory for Argentina, ensuring a comfortable 2-0 win over Canada.