Argentina vs Canada prediction and betting tips - July 10, 2024
In the first semifinal match of the Copa America, Argentina will face Canada. This encounter will take place in the early hours of Wednesday, July 10, starting at 2:00 AM Central European Time. Analysts from Dailysports have prepared a prediction for this game.
Argentina
Lionel Messi's team has been exceptionally dominant in this Copa America campaign. They secured the maximum nine points in the group stage. In their first game, Argentina defeated Canada 2-0. In the second match, they secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Chile, and in the final group match, they triumphed 2-0 against Peru. Remarkably, Argentina did not concede a single goal in these three matches, a feat unmatched by any other team. In the knockout stage, Argentina faced Ecuador, the second-placed team from Group B.
In the quarterfinal match, Argentina opened the scoring in the 35th minute from a corner, with defender Lisandro Martínez finding the back of the net. However, Messi's team could not hold on to this lead. In stoppage time, Ecuador managed to equalize, sending the match directly to a penalty shootout. Lionel Messi missed his penalty, but goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez saved two, allowing Argentina to advance to the semifinals, having conceded only one goal in the tournament thus far.
Canada
For the Maple Leafs, this is their first Copa America appearance, and they have achieved the extraordinary. In their opening game, Canada lost 0-2 to Argentina, but they rallied to secure a quarterfinal spot. First, Canada narrowly defeated Peru 1-0, and in the final group match, a draw was sufficient to progress. Chile aided Canada by receiving red cards during the match, enabling Canada to comfortably secure a goalless draw and advance to the knockout stage.
In the Copa America quarterfinal, Canada faced Venezuela. The Canadians scored in the 13th minute, but their opponents equalized in the second half. This match also went to a penalty shootout. Both teams were unconvincing, with each missing two penalties. The decisive moment came when Venezuela's Wilker failed to convert his penalty, allowing Canada to advance, marking a historic achievement for the Canadians, reaching the semifinals in their debut tournament.
Interesting Facts and Head-to-Head History
- Argentina and Canada played in the Copa America group stage, with Argentina winning 2-0.
- Argentina has won 8 of their last 10 matches.
Argentina vs Canada Prediction
Argentina is the clear favorite to win and advance to the Copa America final. While Canada has indeed created a remarkable story, it is highly doubtful they will be able to overcome Argentina. They face the reigning Copa America champions and World Cup winners. My bet is on Argentina's individual total over 1.5 with odds of 1.6.
