Lionel Messi is doubtful for Argentina’s Copa America 2024 quarter-final match against Ecuador on Thursday, July 4, due to a sore right hamstring. Messi missed Argentina’s final group stage match against Peru, which they won 2-0.
Argentina manager Lionel Scaloni stated that Messi’s participation will be a game-time decision, as the team is managing his fitness and will allow more time before making a final call. If Lionel Messi is able to play, he is not expected to start the match and may be used as a substitute instead.
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Lionel Messi recently engaged in his first complete training session earlier this week, indicating progress in his recovery. However, the 37-year-old has been dealing with muscle issues during the MLS regular season with Inter Miami, resulting in missed games.
Argentina and Ecuador have a history in the Copa America, with Argentina winning 110 out of their last 16 matches and drawing the remaining five. The winner of the quarter-final will advance to the semifinals at MetLife Stadium.
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