Will Lionel Messi Play Tonight in Argentina vs Ecuador International Friendly 2024 Match? Here’s the Possibility of LM10 Featuring in Starting XI

Lionel Messi confirmed his participation in the Copa America 2024 tournament which excites many fans. The Argentine magician playing in the Major League Soccer (MLS) for Inter Miami has been in great form and reached multiple milestones in a short period of time. The 2022 World Cup Winner has a nearly similar line-up that won three international trophies for La Albiceleste. Defending champions are preparing for Copa America 2024, they will take on Ecuador in the friendly match. The question arises whether Messi will play in a friendly match. Inter Miami Star Lionel Messi Launches New Sports Drink Mas+.

After winning the last edition of Copa America and also the 2022 World Cup, Argentina are favourites for the Copa America 2024 title. Lionel Messi has a young team around him who are hungry for more glory. Against upcoming opponent, La Pulga has fared well, scoring seven and assisting three goals in seven encounters. But the star has featured in a ‘crowded MLS 2024’ season and also suffered an injury that kept him aside for a considerable number of matches. This raises concerns over Messi’s participation in the Argentina vs Ecuador international friendly match.

Will Lionel Messi Play Tonight in the Argentina vs Ecuador International Friendly 2024 Match?

While there have been some concerns over Lionel Messi’s involvement in the Ecuador game, it seems Messi is more than eager to take to the field. He loves to play for Argentina and Gaston Edul believes, “Messi wants to play all minutes, all games for the National Team. I’ve no doubt that he will start in the friendly against Ecuador on Sunday.” Lionel Messi Becomes Fastest to Reach 25-Goal Contributions in Single Season of Major League Soccer, Achieves Feat During Inter Miami vs St Louis City SC MLS 2024 Match.

Messi was part of Argentina's pre-Copa America camp and even looked in better shape as he signed off with his Inter Miami at the top of the MLS Eastern conference standings. Messi, known for his ‘connective’ plays will be eager to link up with his national colleagues to put up a strong claim at the Copa America 2024. We can expect Lionel Messi to start the match against Ecuador, although will have to see whether he finishes the match or not.

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