Argentina vs Peru Predicted lineup, betting tips, odds, injury news, H2H, telecast | Copa America 2024

La Albiceleste have already qualified for the knockout rounds.

Reigning world champions Argentina will take on Peru in their final game of the group at the Copa America 2024. 

La Albiceleste have already made it to the quarter-finals of the competition, courtesy of consecutive wins. Despite seemingly flawless performances so far, Argentina haven’t quite been at their best and have at times looked slightly clueless in attack. 

A rock-solid defence has kept Argentina from conceding a single goal so far in the competition, but goalscoring has been a problem for them. In their last match against Chile, Argentina were left frustrated for the majority of the game. It was a stroke of luck for Lautaro Martinez, who found himself in the right place at the right time, to slot the ball into the back of the net. 

Peru, on the other hand, are struggling at both ends. Standing at the bottom of Group A, they find themselves in terrible form. Despite being in one of the darkest phases, Peru have put up a strong fight at the Copa America so far, playing a goalless draw against Chile and losing out to Canada by the closest of margins, whilst being a man down. 

Jorge Fassoti’s men will have to dig deep on Sunday and hope for a miracle to come their way, if they want to stand any chance of making it to the next round. 

Kickoff:

Sunday, 30 June at 5:30 AM IST

Location – Hard Rock Stadium

Form:

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

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

Players to Watch

Lionel Messi (Argentina)

Lionel Messi has been fantastic so far at the tournament. The little magician has been indirectly involved in every goal that Argentina have scored so far at the tournament. However, Messi is yet to get his name on the scoresheet and also needs to ensure that the Argentines regain their offensive chemistry. 

Messi will have to take responsibility and ensure that his team are in the perfect shape possible ahead of the knockout rounds. 

Sergio Peña (Peru)

Sergio Peña has emerged as quite a pivotal figure in this Peruvian team in the last few games. The Malmo FC player has the ability to shield the defence and provide great solidity. He can also be relied upon to create beautiful link-up play and assist in ball progression. 

Against Canada, Peña won eight duels, had 73 touches of the ball and was Peru’s highest-rated player. On Sunday, Pena will have to be on top of his game once again.

Match Facts

• Peru have not scored yet at this tournament and Argentina have not conceded a goal yet.
• Argentina have been defeated only once since their 2022 FIFA World Cup opener defeat against Saudi Arabia in November 2022.
• Peru have never defeated Argentina in the 21st century.

Argentina vs Peru: Betting tips and odds

• Tip 1: Argentina to win this match – 1/2 with Sky Bet
• Tip 2: Lionel Messi to score anytime – 6/5 with Sky Bet
• Tip 3: Total goals under 3.5 – 2/7 with Bet365

Also read: Canada vs Chile Predicted lineup, betting tips, odds, injury news, H2H, telecast | Copa America 2024

Injury & Team News

Argentina boss Scaloni has confirmed that changes will be made to his starting lineup and those who did not feature in their opening two group matches “will play” against Peru. 

As for Peru, they will be without the suspended Miguel Araujo following his red card against Canada.

Head-to-Head 

Total Matches- 13

Argentina- 9

Peru- 0

Draw- 4

Also read: Copa America 2024: Full fixtures, schedule, timing, telecast & live streaming details

Predicted Lineups

Argentina Predicted lineup (4-3-3)

Armani (GK); Montiel, Otamendi, Pezzella, Acuna; Mac Allister, Rodriguez, Palacios; Di Maria, Lionel Messi, Garnacho

Peru Predicted lineup (3-5-2)

Gallese (GK); Santamaria, Zambrano, Callens; Polo, Pena, Cartagena, Quispe, Lopez; Lapadula, Flores

Match Prediction

Peru are in desperate need of a win and will do everything possible to get a result out of this game. However, Argentina’s confidence and quality will overpower the Peruvian effort and they should register a comfortable victory. 

Prediction: Argentina 3-0 Peru

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Telecast for Argentina vs Peru

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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