Argentina 1(4) vs Ecuador 1(2) Highlights | Copa America 2024

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With a dream to achieve a record 16 Copa America titles, the Argentina football team are set to clash with Ecuador in the first quarter-final. The defending champions are having an all-win run in the ongoing tournament, having won in style against group A opponents Canada, Chile & Peru.

Ecuador on the other hand have managed to survive in Group B, winning against Jamaica, drawing with Mexico & facing a defeat to leaders Venezuela. La Tricolor have earned a hard-fought entry into the top eights after drawing with Mexico and getting past by a whisker in goal difference.

All eyes will be locked to see if the defending champions have it easy or if the opponents manage to shock the formidable world champions and get past them.

Players to Watch:

Lionel Messi (Argentina)

The great will surely start the game for his nation in the quarters after being on the bench (with injury) in the last group game with qualification confirmed. Messi is yet to score in Copa America 2024, having played in the first two games entirely, providing assists, and creating chances but not finding the back of the net.

His side & fans will expect him to show his magical skills in the knock-out game and score too. His role to cater to young Julian Alvarez & veteran Di Maria will be extremely valuable for the side to dominate.

Willian Pacho (Ecuador)

The 1.87m young defender has been a consistent performer in the team’s backline. He has played entire minutes in all three group games for Ecuador. His ability to dispose of any threat will be a huge bonus when facing the dangerous Argentine attack.

Pacho is also renowned for his error-free defending & clean tackles. He hasn’t been booked for once in the ongoing tournament.

Match Facts:

• Argentina are yet to concede a goal in Copa America 2024.
• Argentina have won all their games in the ongoing competition.
• Ecuador’s biggest loss in history came against Argentina when they lost by 12 goals on 22 January 1942.

Argentina vs Ecuador: Betting tips and odds

• Tip 1: Argentina to win this game – 1.45 odds with Bet365
• Tip 2: Over 2.25 goals in this game – 2.08 odds with Dafabet
• Tip 3: Both teams to score – 2.54 odds with 1XBet

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