Ecuador and Venezuela will face off in the opening match of Copa America 2024 Group B, with both teams aiming for a strong start to the tournament. Ecuador seeks to improve on its previous quarterfinal appearances, while Venezuela hopes to rebound from recent losses. The teams have a long head-to-head history, with Ecuador holding a slight advantage.
Peru will begin their CONMEBOL Copa America 2024 campaign against Argentina in the third match of the tournament on June 23rd. Colombian referee Wilmar Roldan will officiate the match, marking his return to the Copa America after a successful career officiating various international tournaments.
The Copa America 2024 Group B kicks off with a clash between Ecuador and Venezuela at Levi’s Stadium in California. Ecuador enters the match on the back of two friendly wins, while Venezuela is looking to bounce back from a recent slump.
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Canada coach Jesse Marsch criticized Argentina for their delayed return to the pitch after halftime in their Copa America opener, suggesting they should be fined for gaining an unfair advantage in preparation. Argentina emerged around five minutes late for the second period, ultimately winning the match 2-0.
Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni expressed dissatisfaction with the pitch at Atlanta’s Mercedes-Benz Stadium following his team’s 2-0 victory over Canada in the Copa America opener. Scaloni and goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez both highlighted the poor playing surface as a factor in Argentina’s lackluster performance, drawing comparisons to their disappointing World Cup opener. Canada captain Alphonso Davies also acknowledged his team’s shortcomings in the match.
Defending champion Argentina secured a comfortable 2-0 victory over Canada in the opening match of the Copa America 2024. Goals from Julian Alvarez and Lautaro Martinez in the second half sealed the win for Argentina, who dominated the match despite a spirited performance from Canada.
The 48th edition of the Copa America begins with a clash between Argentina and Canada in Atlanta. Follow our live blog for updates and insights from the opening match at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
Lionel Messi, the Argentine captain, has etched his name in Copa America history by surpassing the legendary Chilean goalkeeper Sergio Livingstone’s record of most appearances in the tournament. Messi’s 35th appearance in the continental event, achieved during Argentina’s opening match against Canada in Copa America 2024, makes him the most experienced player in the tournament’s history.
The 48th Copa America Championship, featuring six CONCACAF and 10 CONMEBOL teams, begins in the United States on June 20th. Argentina, the reigning champion, takes on Canada in the opening match. Watch the tournament live on T Sports in Bangladesh or stream it on T-Flix.
