Argentina vs Canada Predicted lineup, betting tips, odds, injury news, H2H, telecast | Copa America 2024 semi-final

La Albiceleste are one step away from reaching back-to-back finals.

Argentina survived a scare in the last match after Ecuador gave them a huge fight. Lionel Scaloni’s side were moments away from reaching the semi-final until Kevin Rodríguez stepped up for Ecuador to score in the dying minutes. Emiliano Martinez was the hero after saving them in the penalty shootout. There will be plenty of things to ponder for La Albiceleste after failing to assert their dominance against Ecuador.

Canada have created history by making it to the semi-finals of the competition in their debut. They have done it impressively after finishing their group in second. They were drawn to Venezuela in the quarter-final which they eventually won in the penalty shootout. The game was a thriller and could have been won earlier if they had taken their chances.

Canada will now face the team that gave them their first loss of the tournament. They will be the underdogs in this match due to their stature. 

Kick-Off:

Wednesday, 10 July 2024 at 1:00 AM UK

Wednesday, 10 July 2024 at 5:30 AM IST

Location: MetLife Stadium

Form

Argentina (in all competitions): W-W-W-W-D

Canada (in all competitions): D-L-W-D-D

Players to Watch

Lionel Messi (Argentina) 

Lionel Messi is arguably one of the greatest players in the world who has dominated world football with his performance. This Copa America has not been his best but he has still managed to make an impact for the team. Messi is yet to score a goal in the competition which is very rare given the role he plays for the team. However, he will be aiming score in this crucial match for the team. 

Alphonso Davies (Canada)

The Bayern Munich player remains the crucial player for Canada in this match. Davies is a versatile player who can play several positions up front. He brings frightening pace and skill to the team while also providing a much-needed experience. He is already considered as one of the best left-backs in world football due to his performance with Bayern. 

Match Facts

• Argentina are unbeaten in the last nine matches
• Canada are unbeaten in their last three matches
• Argentina defeated them 2-0 in the opening round of the tournament

⁠Argentina vs Canada: Betting tips and odds

• Tip 1: Argentina to win this match – 4/11 with Bet365
• Tip 2: Lionel Messi to score anytime – 1/1 with Sky Bet
• Tip 3: Total goals under 3.5 – 2/7  with William HILL

Also read: Copa America: List of all winners

Injury & Team News

There are no injury concerns in the Argentina camp. Lionel Scaloni will likely make some changes in this match after playing a tight match in the last match. He might recall Angel Di Maria to the starting eleven after resting him against Ecuador. 

Meanwhile, Canada have one injury concern in their squad as Tajon Buchanan is a major doubt for them in this match after suffering an injury in training. 

Head to Head

Total Matches – 2

Argentina – 2

Canada – 0

Draw – 0

Also read: Top 10 greatest Argentina footballers of all time

Predicted Lineup

⁠Argentina predicted lineup (4-3-3):

E. Martinez (GK); Molina, Romero, L. Martinez, Tagliafico; De Paul, Mac Allister, Fernandez; Messi, Lautaro, Di Maria

Canada predicted lineup (4-2-3-1):

Crepeau (GK); Johnston, Bombito, Cornelius, Davies; Osorio, Eustaquio; Laryea, David, Shaffelburg; Larin

Match Prediction for ⁠Argentina vs Canada

Argentina have been in excellent form in this tournament but survived a late scare against Ecuador in the last match. Their defense has been particularly impressive but will have to improve their attacking game. Canada on the other hand, have surprised everyone with their performance. Despite making history in their debut competition, it will be a tough task for the Canadians here. We expect the defending champions to secure a win. 

Prediction: ⁠Argentina 2-0 Canada

Also read: Top 10 greatest footballers from Canada

Telecast for ⁠Argentina vs Canada

UK: Premier Sports

USA: FOX Sports, TUDN

Australia: Optus Sports

India: TBD

Nigeria: Sportitalia

Canada: TSN, RDS

Also Read: Where and how to watch Copa America 2024 around the world?

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