Argentina changed tactics because of Messi
Batista’s plans for two matches with Bolivia and then Colombia went completely bankrupt.
In recent training sessions, Batista removed Tevez and Lavezzi from the main squad and let Argentina play in a new 4-2-3-1 formation.
Argentina is criticized for being increasingly dependent on Messi and causing disappointment when the superstar does not play well.
“I know Messi well,” Batista explained to Clarin newspaper about the change in tactical plan and appeared optimistic: “Messi can only shine when he has the ball.
Argentina’s Group A has determined the top team to be Colombia, who beat Bolivia 2-0 yesterday and ended the group stage with 7 points.
According to Copa America regulations, in addition to the three first-place teams and three second-place teams in each group, the two third-placed teams with the best records will qualify for the quarterfinals.
If they draw with Costa Rica, Argentina will end the group stage with three points and a goal difference of 0. But 3 points still does not necessarily guarantee Argentina a third place with the best performance.
Batista and his students are under terrible pressure.
“Obviously, it would be easier if we beat Costa Rica.
Argentina’s expected starting lineup (4-2-3-1): Romero – Zabaleta, Burdisso, Gaby Milito, Zanetti – Gago, Cambiasso – Di Maria, Messi, Aguero – Higuain.
Table A
TT
Team
Battle
T
H
B
BT
BB
HS
Point
first
Colombia
3
2
first
0
3
0
+3
7
2
Costa Rica
2
first
0
first
2
first
+1
3
3
Argentina
2
0
2
0
first
first
0
2
4
Bolivia
3
0
first
2
first
5
−4
first
Phuong Minh
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