Without Messi in the starting line-up. Argentina narrowly beat Ecuador in a friendly match

Argentina began their preparations for the Copa America tournament, which starts on June 21. Their opponent in the first friendly match was Ecuador.

Lionel Messi did not appear in the starting lineup, but this did not prevent the team from dominating on the field and scoring a goal. Towards the end of the first half, Ángel Di María, assisted by Romero, put Argentina ahead.

At the start of the second half, Argentina's captain, Lionel Messi, took to the field, but he did not contribute to the scoreline. Argentina managed to maintain their slim advantage and won 1-0.

Friendly match.

Argentina - Ecuador - 1:0
Goals: 1:0 - 40 Di María