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Copa America

ARG vs PER

Copa America

Hard Rock Stadium, Miami

Argentina

vs

Peru

2
FT
0
47' Lautaro Martinez
86' Lautaro Martinez
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Full-Time: 2 - 0
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Peru entered the match requiring a victory to keep their hopes alive for advancing to the knockout stage, but their defensive and cautious tactics ultimately proved ineffective. Their reluctance to take more proactive measures and pursue goals left them vulnerable, and they were ultimately punished for their defensive mindset.
Argentina's performance was marked by their ability to adapt, making several changes to their lineup after already securing a place in the knockout stages. The team demonstrated cohesion and depth, with other players stepping up in Messi's absence to ensure a convincing victory. Martinez's clinical finishing proved decisive, underlining Argentina's proficiency even with key players rotated out, as they look ahead with confidence to the challenges in the upcoming stages of the Copa America.
Despite missing the injured Lionel Messi, Argentina showcased their strength and determination, securing the top spot in Group A with a decisive victory over Peru, courtesy of Lautaro Martinez's brace. While Messi was benched due to hints of a thigh injury, Argentina displayed resilience and depth, maintaining control over the match and limiting Peru's opportunities to threaten Emiliano Martinez's goal.
90+4'
Pena loses the ball on the right but asks for a throw even though the ball had gone out off him. He is booked for his complaints.
90+4'
S. Pena
90+3'
Castillo takes a shot from outside the box, but Montiel blocks it, sending the ball out for a corner from the right side. The corner kick is delivered into the box, but Argentina's defense rises to the occasion once more, heading the ball clear to diffuse the threat from Peru's set-piece opportunity.
90+1'
OVER! Zanellato connects with Gianluca Lapadula, who attempts a left-footed shot from over 35 yards out, but his effort sails high over the crossbar.
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