Lionel Messi and manager Lionel Scaloni have been officially ruled out for Argentina’s final group stage match of the 2024 Copa América against Peru. The game is set to take place on Saturday night at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, Florida. Messi, who suffered an injury in Argentina’s previous game against Chile, has been dealing with discomfort in his right hamstring. Despite playing through the pain for the entire 90 minutes against Chile, he has been benched for the upcoming match against Peru. Looking ahead, the coaching staff will monitor Messi’s condition daily with hopes of his return for the knockout round.
On the other hand, Argentina manager Scaloni will also miss the match due to suspension by CONMEBOL for a delayed return to the pitch after halftime. The governing body of South American soccer found Argentina in violation of certain rulebook articles, resulting in a $15,000 fine for La Albiceleste. While Scaloni expressed bitterness over the situation, citing the coaching staff’s usual adherence to rules, the team is determined to push forward with a rotated lineup for the match against Peru.
Meanwhile, Lionel Messi, a key player for Argentina, will be sitting out the crucial Copa América group stage match against Peru this weekend due to a right leg injury. The injury was sustained during Argentina’s recent victory over Chile, where Messi received a kick to his thigh area. Despite receiving treatment during the game, Messi’s discomfort has sidelined him for the upcoming clash. The absence of Messi is a significant loss for both the team and fans of the sport, as the superstar’s impact on the game is unparalleled.
With Argentina’s spot in the knockout stage already secured, the focus now shifts to maintaining the top spot in Group A. While Messi’s presence will be missed on the field, the team is determined to approach the match against Peru with the same level of commitment and spirit. The coaching staff, led by Walter Samuel in Scaloni’s absence, is working on strategies to compensate for the absence of key personnel and ensure a competitive performance in the upcoming fixture.
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