The Argentine national team continues its intense preparation for the upcoming Copa América, with star player Lionel Messi making a special request to start all matches, much to the delight of fans. The team is currently training in Miami, with coach Lionel Scaloni juggling the fitness concerns of key players like Germán Pezzella and Guido Rodríguez. Scaloni is also considering giving playing time to less-utilized players in the friendly against Ecuador, aiming to finalize his 26-man roster for the Copa América.In club news, River Plate is pursuing former player Alexis Sánchez to strengthen their team for the Copa Libertadores and the Liga Profesional. As River Plate looks to reinforce its lineup, Boca Juniors is dealing with internal strife. The club’s president, Juan Román Riquelme, has made an urgent plea to the team to elevate their performance following a series of disappointing results. With the Copa Argentina, Copa Sudamericana, and Libertadores on the horizon, Boca Juniors is considering several potential transfers to revitalize the squad.Meanwhile, Argentinos Juniors celebrated a victory in the Copa Argentina, thanks to Luciano Gondou’s decisive goal, earning them a place in the quarterfinals. Gondou is set to join the Argentina U23 team for the Olympics, signaling a bright future for the young talent. As the national teams and clubs navigate their respective challenges, the focus remains on the Copa América, with Argentina being a favorite contender and Messi at the forefront of their campaign.
Key points
- Argentine national team is prepping for Copa América with Messi requesting to play as a starter in all matches.
- River Plate is in talks with Alexis Sánchez for the upcoming Copa Libertadores campaign.
- Boca Juniors president, Riquelme, calls for team improvement amid recent losses.
- Argentinos Juniors’ Luciano Gondou scores late goal to advance to Copa Argentina quarterfinals.
