With arch-rivals Brazil out of the picture, Lionel Messi's Argentina are just two matches away from reclaiming their Copa America title and adding their name to football dynasty. (Key Battles | Preview | More Football news)
However, all eyes will be on their influential captain and leader, Lionel Messi, who is currently dealing an injury. The Inter Miami star is in line to lead his side out against Canada in the semi-final on Wednesday, July 10 (IST).
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Messi has been dealing with a right leg problem since the group stage win over Chile on June 25. He missed the first-round finale four days later but played the entire match in the quarter-final victory over Ecuador last Thursday.
At 37, Messi has 13 Copa America goals and is four behind the record shared by Argentina바카라s Norberto Méndez and Brazil바카라s Zizinho but hasn바카라t scored in this year바카라s tournament.
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Despite Messi being in the heart of three of Argentina's six goals, the former PSG star has had an underwhelming Copa America 2024.
Will Lionel Messi Play Against Canada?
Yes, Messi will start in the semi-final clash against Canada after returning from a right groin/adductor injury.
Speaking of the La Albiceleste, they are seeking to win its third major title after the 2021 Copa America and the 2022 World Cup and to equal the feat of Spain, which won the European Championship in 2008 and 바카라12 along with the 2010 World Cup. The World Champions are tied with Uruguay for most Copa America titles with 15.
(With AP inputs)
