Current:Home > ScamsArgentina vs. Peru live updates: Will Messi play? How to watch Copa América match tonight -Capitatum
Argentina vs. Peru live updates: Will Messi play? How to watch Copa América match tonight
Rekubit Exchange View
Date:2025-04-06 13:41:44
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — Argentina will play its final Copa América group stage match on Saturday night without star Lionel Messi and coach Lionel Scaloni.
Argentina faces Peru at Hard Rock Stadium, while Canada and Chile also play their final Group A match at Inter&Co Stadium in Orlando.
Argentina (six points in Group A) has already clinched a spot in the Copa América quarterfinals, while Canada (three points) hopes to also advance with a win or draw against Chile. Chile and Peru (one point each) would need victories, while goal differential is the next tiebreaker, to advance.
Here’s what you need to know as USA TODAY Sports provides live updates from the Argentina vs. Peru, Copa América match:
What time is Argentina vs. Peru?
Argentina and Peru begin at 8 p.m. ET (7 p.m. in Peru and 9 p.m. in Argentina).
How to watch Argentina vs. Peru live stream?
The Argentina-Peru match will be broadcast by FS1 in English, and Univision/TUDN in Spanish.
Is Messi playing?
No. Messi will not play tonight against Peru.
Why is Messi not playing against Peru?
Messi is resting after suffering a right groin/adductor injury in Argentina’s 1-0 win over Chile last Thursday.
Is Messi hurt?
Messi is considered day to day, with reports out of Argentina, saying he has a minimal strain.
When is Messi’s next game?
If Messi is healthy, he will return in Argentina’s Copa America quarterfinal match on July 4.
Who will Argentina play in the Copa América quarterfinals?
As Group A leaders, Argentina awaits the second-place team in Group B, which will be decided when Mexico and Ecuador play on Sunday at 8 p.m. ET at State Farm Arena in Glendale, Arizona.
Why is Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni suspended?
Scaloni is not coaching the Argentine national team vs. Peru because of a Conmebol one-game suspension. The reason: Argentina did not re-enter the pitch fast enough in the second half of its win over Chile last Tuesday. Argentina’s federation was fined $15,000.
What did Messi say about his injury?
Messi hoped his injury was "nothing serious" when speaking to media after playing the entirety of Argentina’s win against Chile. He also said he was dealing with a sore throat and fever during the club’s first week of Copa América action.
Why Messi’s absence is disappointing for fans?
Argentine fans have flooded the streets of downtown Atlanta and New York City, and camped outside the national team’s hotels for the first two matches, including Messi’s 37th birthday last Monday. Fans also had the Peru match Saturday circled to descend on Miami to watch Messi in action.
How has Peru performed during Copa América?
Peru has been held scoreless in its two Copa America games, playing to a draw against Chile, but falling 1-0 to Canada.
How has Messi's injury affected Copa América ticket sales?
The average listed ticket price for the Argentina vs. Peru match decreased 22% after Messi’s injury, Vivid Seats told USA TODAY Sports on Friday. This match was the most in-demand ticket of the tournament with a $515 average ticket sold price – nearly $100 more than the Argentina vs. Chile match and nearly $200 more than the tournament opener against Canada.
veryGood! (92)
Related
- Federal appeals court upholds $14.25 million fine against Exxon for pollution in Texas
- South Carolina nuclear plant gets yellow warning over another cracked emergency fuel pipe
- Oregon announces record $5.6B tax kicker thanks to historic revenue surplus
- Daniel Radcliffe's Relatable Parenting Revelations Are Pure Magic
- Off the Grid: Sally breaks down USA TODAY's daily crossword puzzle, Triathlon
- Film Prize Jr. New Mexico celebrates youth storytellers in latest competition
- Flag football in the Olympics? Cricket, lacrosse also expected as new sports for 2028
- 12-year-old Texas boy convicted of using AR-style rifle to shoot, kill Sonic worker
- Travis Hunter, the 2
- Ashley Tisdale and Dylan Sprouse’s Suite Life Reunion Will Delight Disney Fans
Ranking
- NHL in ASL returns, delivering American Sign Language analysis for Deaf community at Winter Classic
- Native Americans celebrate their histories and cultures on Indigenous Peoples Day
- Indigenous land acknowledgments are everywhere in Arizona. Do they accomplish anything?
- Stein kicks off ‘NC Strong’ tour for North Carolina governor, with Cooper as special guest
- Alex Murdaugh’s murder appeal cites biased clerk and prejudicial evidence
- Vegas Golden Knights receive championship rings, which have replica of arena inside
- Apple is urging everyone to update iPhone and iPad iOS (again). Why you should do it now.
- Biden interviewed as part of special counsel investigation into handling of classified documents
Recommendation
Romantasy reigns on spicy BookTok: Recommendations from the internet’s favorite genre
NHL predictions: Experts make their Stanley Cup, awards picks for 2023-24 season
Pumpkin weighing 2,749 pounds wins California contest, sets world record for biggest gourd
Braves rally for 5-4 win over Phillies on d’Arnaud, Riley homers and game-ending double play
Toyota to invest $922 million to build a new paint facility at its Kentucky complex
Hamas official says Iran and Hezbollah had no role in Israel incursion but they’ll help if needed
Brett Favre’s deposition in Mississippi’s welfare scandal is rescheduled for December
Auto workers begin strike at GM plants in Canada