DBasia.news – Lionel Messi starred in Argentina’s inaugural victory in the 2021 Copa America. Most recently, Argentina managed to beat Uruguay with a score of 1-0 in the second match of Group A at the Mane Garrincha National Stadium, Saturday (19/6).
A La Albiceleste winning goal was scored by midfielder Guido Rodriguez in the 13th minute. He continued Messi’s delicious cross in a short corner.
Despite only producing one goal, Messi really troubled Uruguay with one accurate kick, nine successful dribbles, 78 touches, 40 passes, four key passes, and 15 times won duels.
Messi has scored one goal and one assist in the first two matches of this edition of the tournament. Previously, he scored when Argentina drew 1-1 with Chile in the opening match.
Meanwhile, the duo of Uruguayan bombers, Luis Suarez and Edinson Cavani, were frustrated to penetrate Argentina’s tight defense which was guarded by Nicolas Otamendi and Cristian Romero.
Thanks to this victory, Lionel Scaloni’s squad is unbeaten in the last 15 matches in all competitions.
As for the standings board, Argentina is at the top with a collection of four points. In the third match, Messi et al will meet Paraguay in a similar place, Tuesday (22/6).