Lionel Messi to Miss Argentina's Final Copa América Group Match Against Peru
Argentina's star player is sidelined with a minor thigh injury, while coach Lionel Scaloni also faces suspension.
- Messi sustained the injury during Argentina's 1-0 win over Chile and will rest for the final group match.
- Assistant coach Walter Samuel will lead the team in Scaloni's absence due to a suspension for game delays.
- Argentina has already secured a spot in the quarterfinals, making Messi's rest a strategic decision.
- Ticket prices for the Argentina vs. Peru match have dropped significantly following the news of Messi's absence.
- Peru needs a win and favorable results from other matches to advance to the knockout stages.