Time: 2024-07-05
Argentinian star Lionel Messi is set to make his return for the Argentina national football team in tonight 's Copa America Round of 16 match . Messi was sidelined in the previous game against Peru due to a groin strain , but his comeback is expected to provide a significant boost to the Copa America favorites.
FanDuel has Argentina as the clear favorites ( -470 ) to defeat the Ecuador national football team and progress to the quarterfinals on Thursday night . Ecuador barely made it through the group stage , losing to Venezuela before securing victories against Jamaica and a draw with Mexico.
Ecuador has shown strong defensive capabilities in the Copa America tournament , but Argentina has also been solid at the back . Goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez has been in exceptional form , with Argentina yet to concede a goal in the competition . The match is predicted to be a defensively intense battle between the two sides.
Argentine forward Lautaro Martinez is expected to shine in the game , with his impressive performance in previous matches . Ecuador 's Moises Caicedo and goalkeeper Alexander Dominguez will face a tough challenge against the formidable Argentine team . Despite Ecuador 's defensive efforts , Argentina is favored to come out on top and potentially advance to the next stage even in penalty kicks.
The matchup between Argentina and Ecuador in the 2024 Copa America Round of 16 promises to be a thrilling encounter . With Messi 's return adding to the excitement , football fans can look forward to an intense battle on the field . As the tournament progresses , the competition is heating up , with each team vying for a spot in the coveted quarterfinals . Stay tuned for the action - packed clash between these two South American football powerhouses.
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