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Preface
In the third round of Group A of the Copa America group stage, Lautaro Martinez once again took advantage of his opponent's mistakes to score and ensure a 2-0 victory for Argentina over Peru. Argentina performed well in the group stage, winning all three games to qualify as group winners, where they will face the second-placed team in Group B in the quarter-finals.
In the second half, Lautaro was outstanding
At the start of the second half, Argentina took the lead in the 47th minute thanks to Di Maria's exquisite cross and Lautaro's brilliant goal. The defender has scored in three consecutive games. In a good game, Lautaro showed excellent goalscoring ability. In the 47th minute, he received a pass from Di Maria, received the ball from the right rib position in the front field, and successfully completed a one-on-one shot to give a 1-0 lead.
In the 72nd minute, Montiel created an opponent's handball in the penalty area, the referee awarded a penalty, Paredes took a left-footed shot, but unfortunately the ball hit the left post and missed a great opportunity to extend the score. In the second half of the game, Lautaro once again showed his scoring prowess, capitalizing on an opponent's mistake to score his second goal in the 86th minute to secure a 2-0 victory for Argentina.
Despite Peru's efforts late in the game, such as Zanerato's header hitting the post and Castillo's attempt, neither could change the scoreline. In the end, Argentina defeated Peru 2-0, won all three games in the group stage, and successfully qualified as the group leader. Lautaro was outstanding in this game, contributing two goals for Argentina!
The victory allowed Argentina to win all three games in the group stage, win the group without any suspense, and successfully advance to the next stage. They showed the chemistry of the team and the excellent performance of the individual players, adding confidence and motivation to the next game.
The course of the first half of the game
At the start of the game, Argentina kicked off first. Garnacho burst into the left side of the box and fired a right-footed shot from distance against a multi-man defence, but the ball was blocked by the opposition. This shot is off target! Peru won a free-kick on the left side and Lopez sent a long ball into the right side of the box, where Zambrano headed it too high.
The Argentine player played a series of passes, the ball moved to the left, and Lautaro followed up with a shot that was saved by the goalkeeper and the linesman signalled that Lautaro was offside. In the previous two rounds of the group stage, Argentina had already secured qualification in advance, so they chose a rotation strategy in this game, resting key players such as Messi, Alvarez, De Paul and Enzo Fernández, and did not appear in the starting lineup.
In the 5th minute, Argentina won a free kick opportunity on the right side, Di Maria crossed, the goalkeeper got off his hand to lead to a corner, and then Paredes passed, Di Maria's header was blocked. In the 7th minute of the game, Argentina got a set-piece opportunity on the right side of the front, Di Maria passed into the penalty area, but the ball was too close to the goal and was blocked by the opponent's goalkeeper. In the 11th minute, Di Maria split the ball and Garnacho's shot went wide.
14th minute: Montiel tackles Reina, which triggers a clash but does not expand. 20th minute: A free kick from the left side of Peru is headed over by Zambrano. In the 26th minute, Argentina again got a set-piece opportunity at the top of the penalty area, and Paredes' direct shot was saved by the opposing goalkeeper Galeise.
In the 35th minute, Di Maria broke through and was brought down by Cartagena, who received a yellow card, and then Argentina took a free kick and Pezzella's header was deflected. In the 40th minute, Di Maria tried to shoot from distance after cutting inside with the ball on the right side, but it was saved by goalkeeper Galese. 45th minute: Argentina attacked in succession, and attempts by Palacios and Lo Celso were unsuccessful.
At the end of the first half, the two sides went into the break with a score of 0-0. At the end of the first half, Argentina had four attempts at goal and four corners. Argentina took the initiative but failed to score. Peru's Cartagena and Paulo Guerrero each received a yellow card.
Lautaro center
Lautaro Martínez is indeed a highly anticipated Argentine footballer. He is known for his versatility and excellent ball skills, and despite his height of only 174 cm, he can excel in the center forward position, earning him the nickname "The Bull" for his excellent shooting skills and all-round skills.
Starting with his hometown team, Liniers, Martinez has shown his potential and talent. Although his career didn't start well and he experienced ups and downs during his time at Atlético Avianeda, he never stopped working hard and improving. Over time, Martinez finally got the recognition and appreciation he deserved.
His outstanding performances in the Copa Libertadores and his gradual growth in the Argentine national team show his determination to constantly improve and strive for excellence. Especially on the international stage, he has won several important titles with the Argentine national team, demonstrating his value and influence in the world of football.
Martinez showed excellent balance and speed on the pitch, which made him one of the key players in Argentine football after Messi's retirement. Although he doesn't have an advantage in terms of height, he is physically strong, has excellent bounces, and is especially adept at heading overheads.
He showed great off-ball running awareness and excellent ball intelligence in the game, but in major tournaments, especially in the World Cup, he was sometimes criticised for squandering opportunities. Despite this, he is still considered a player who can step up in crucial moments, showing unlimited physical strength and a strong mental state.
As a member of the Argentine national team, Martinez has contributed wonderful goals for the team many times on the international stage, and his anti-aircraft gun has also become a favorite scene for fans. He has always maintained his respect for Messi and has worked hard to stay true to his original character throughout his career, becoming an important part of Argentine football.
conclusion
In the 2024 Copa America, Argentina showed strong overall strength and a deep bench lineup. Even when Messi was rested, Lautaro stepped up and scored four goals in three games to become the team's scoring weapon. Especially in Argentina's match against Peru, Lautaro helped the team win the match with a score of 2-0 and advance to the top of Group A. This match showed the success of the overall tactical layout of the Argentine team.