Dynamic Duo: Messi and Martinez Lead Argentina to 4-1 Victory

Dynamic Duo: Messi and Martinez Lead Argentina to 4-1 Victory

Argentina shines in 4-1 win over Guatemala as Messi and Lautaro Martinez lead the charge with two goals each in a stellar warm-up victory. Ready for Copa America challenge.

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Sports 15.06.2024

Argentina 4-1 Guatemala: Lionel Messi and Lautaro Martinez score twice In warm-up win Lionel Messi and Lautaro Martinez put on a show as Argentina emerged victorious with a 4-1 win against Guatemala in their final Copa America warm-up game in Maryland. The dynamic duo each netted two goals to secure a convincing victory for the reigning World Cup and Copa America champions. Despite a shaky start that saw Manchester United's Lisandro Martinez inadvertently score an own goal in the fourth minute, Guatemala took an early lead - their first-ever goal against Argentina. However, the setback only served to ignite the Argentine side, with Messi swiftly equalizing just eight minutes later after capitalizing on a blunder by keeper Nicholas Hagen. Lautaro Martinez, the top scorer in Serie A last season, then stepped up to the plate, converting a penalty in the 39th minute to put Argentina in the lead. The Inter Milan forward didn't stop there, adding a second goal to his tally after the break with an assist from Messi. In a post-match interview with TyC Sports, Lautaro Martinez expressed the team's ambition, stating, "We are aiming for the title, we are fighting for everything." He reiterated the team's determination to perform well in the tournament, echoing the sentiment shared at the conclusion of previous competitions. Messi, widely regarded as one of the greatest footballers of all time, wasn't to be outdone, bagging a brace of his own. The Argentina captain netted his second goal with a sublime assist from substitute Angel di Maria in the 77th minute, further solidifying his impact on the game. Looking ahead to the Copa America, which kicks off on June 20 and runs until July 14 in the United States, coach Lionel Scaloni's side is set to face Canada in their opening match, followed by fixtures against Chile and Peru. As Argentina gears up for the challenging tournament, Messi emphasized the team's commitment to success, stating, "We're going to keep trying to do our best, we still want to keep winning titles." Despite acknowledging the difficulty of defending their Copa America crown, Messi affirmed the team's resolve to strive for excellence once again. With a stellar performance in their warm-up match, Argentina's formidable display serves as a testament to their readiness to compete at the highest level in the upcoming Copa America, setting the stage for an exciting tournament ahead.

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