Less than 24 hours left for the crucial quarter-final Copa America 2024 vs EcuadorCoach Argentina, Lionel ScallonI talked about possible setups and the team's current situation, including: Possible participation of Lionel Messiwho missed the last game against Peru Due to discomfort in the right adductor.
The fight, which will be played in Houston, has previously kept fans in suspense Inter Miami player likely to lose tieAs the strategist made it clear that his captain's inclusion in the starting 11 would be decided hours before the game.
“Let's wait for a couple of hours We will decide, it is better, We have a good feelings,” Scaloni commented on the condition of the 37-year-old forward, who has intensified his work with the ball during past training sessions.
Doubts surround Messi
When asked if Leo Messi could be on the substitute bench, the coach revealed that The discussion in this regard is still pending.: “I haven't talked to Leo about his situation yet. I'll talk about it today and we're going to wait until the last minute,” said the helmsman, who apparently hopes to trust him in the match against. Ecuador.
Scaloni also mentioned A chance for Julian Alvarez and Lautaro Martinez to play together On the attack. “They can play together, they have already played together against this opponent. They worked well, that's an option. We have to see how they all are,” the coach said.
Notwithstanding the foregoing, The decision to include both forwards does not necessarily depend on Messi's participation, but his absence will change the dynamics of the team. “Leo has played with Julian or Lautaro; what's sad is that Leo didn't play; that's the truth. We'll try to keep him there, if he's not there we'll look for what's best for the team,” insisted Scaloni. .
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The preferences of their competitors in the competition
Ahead of their clash against Ecuador, The strategist recognized efforts to put together a competitive team: “It's a very well done team, good players, good coach. Before starting the Cup I said I had a real chance to fight and I still think the same.
Although he was previously mentioned as a key candidate for the Argentine title, Scaloni did not withdraw from other teams: “This is the highest level Copa America, Colombia, Uruguay, Brazil can win. Yesterday there was a high profile match between Colombia and Brazil. I was not surprised by Uruguay's performance.
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finally, The coach made it clear that he was not convinced of his good numbers On facing the single-match playoffs: “Eventually that record may be broken, we have to start anew, but if you look at the historical statistics, Argentina wins more than they lose, I think. The problem remains. Tomorrow we will play as if it lasted 180 minutes.
