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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.
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