Argentina enters Copa America 2024 as the clear favorite to win the tournament, and if successful, they will hold the record for the most Copa America titles in history. La Albiceleste, the reigning Copa America champions, are poised to become the first team to go back-to-back since Chile in 2015 and 2016.
Lionel Scaloni’s final 26-man squad is a balanced blend of young talent and experienced stars, with no major surprises. Manchester City’s Julian Alvarez and Manchester United’s Alejandro Garnacho represent the youth, while Lionel Messi leads the veteran contingent. The return of Lisandro Martinez from injury bolsters Argentina’s defensive options.
Argentina is expected to progress comfortably through their Group Stage fixtures, opening the tournament against Canada before facing Chile and Peru. La Albiceleste’s current form suggests they could top their group without losing a match.
In the knockout stages, Argentina finds itself on the easier side of the bracket, likely facing Ecuador or Venezuela in the quarter-finals and Mexico in the semifinals. A potential final against Brazil looms on July 14.
Lionel Messi remains the most must-see player on the pitch, supported by a talented cast. Enzo Fernandez and Alexis Mac Allister form a formidable midfield partnership, while Julian Alvarez and Lautaro Martinez offer goal-scoring prowess in the No. 9 position. Angel Di Maria provides additional attacking threat.
Given their recent form and the chemistry of their starting XI, it is hard to imagine a scenario in which Argentina does not win back-to-back Copa America titles. The reigning World Cup champions have only lost two matches in the last two years, and their midfield is unmatched.
Brazil appears to be the only squad capable of challenging Argentina, but the Selecao’s midfield may struggle to compete. If Argentina performs to their potential, they will lift the historic Copa America trophy in the United States this summer.
With a star-studded squad, favorable fixtures, and the driving force of Lionel Messi, Argentina is poised for another triumphant Copa America campaign in 2024.
Credit: 90min.com
