Lionel Messi is the inspiration that helped Argentina win the first two matches in Group A, Copa America 2024 finals.
On the morning of June 26, from Messi’s corner kick, Martinez scored the only goal to help Argentina defeat Chile 1-0, thereby winning an early ticket to the 2024 Copa America quarterfinals and securing first place in Group A.
Messi continued to leave a classy performance. Leo often had dribbles that troubled the Chilean defense. Whoscored gave Messi 8.3 points when he successfully completed 7 dribbles, created 5 chances and was fouled 3 times.
After the first two matches in Copa America 2024, the former PSG star was named best player. He possesses impressive parameters: 11 opportunities, including 7 good opportunities, 8 successful dribbles, 92% passing accuracy, 8 shots, 1 shot hitting the post and has 1 assist.
Messi currently holds the record for being the player with the most goals and assists at official international tournaments (Copa America/World Cup) with 26 goals and 26 assists.
At this Copa America, Messi is still an important leader in Argentina’s playing style. “With top form and a comfortable mentality, Messi can help Argentina successfully defend the South American championship,” Goal wrote.
In the final match in Group A Copa America 2024, “La Albiceleste” will face Peru at 7:00 a.m. on June 30. Coach Lionel Scaloni can rest Leo in this match because Argentina is firmly at the top of the group.