After grinding out a 1-0 victory over Ecuador, Argentina will now play their last Copa America tune-up recreation in opposition to Guatemala on Friday. It is a robust match to know what Lionel Scaloni will do as a result of whereas Argentina’s rotations are properly set, nothing could be worse than a significant member of the squad choosing up an damage forward of their Copa America title protection, so do not be shocked if stars get restricted minutes.
Listed below are our storylines, how one can watch the match and extra:
How one can watch and odds
- Date: Friday, June 14 | Time: 8 p.m. ET
- Location: FedEx Subject — Landover, Maryland
- TV: Fox Deportes | Dwell stream: Fubo (Attempt without spending a dime)
- Odds: Guatemala +4000; Draw +900; Argentina -3000
Storylines
Argentina: After Lionel Messi got here off the bench in opposition to Ecuador, he could begin this recreation to achieve health however that is additionally a superb time for youthful gamers like Alejandro Garnacho and Valentin Barco to get a run out. I would additionally anticipate Enzo Fernandez to proceed to construct health after lacking the tip of the season for Chelsea however in terms of Argentina, they know who they’re and friendlies are simply one other probability for repetition whereas integrating others.
Guatemala: Following sturdy performances in World Cup qualifying, Guatemala are persevering with the wonderful pleasant scheduling that may have now seen them face Venezuela, Ecuador, and Nicaragua throughout the calendar 12 months. Whereas these could not all result in wins, they’ll be certain that Guatemala are heading in the right direction for the 2026 World Cup which is a large alternative.
Prediction
Argentina will get one other comfy victory however it is a Guatamela facet on the rise who will not less than check Emiliano Martinez just a few occasions throughout the match. Decide: Argentina 3, Guatemala 0
