Copa America 2024: Who will be the Four key Argentina players in the Copa America?

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Argentina will be up against Canada in the opening match of Copa America 2024 on Friday (June 21) as they look forward to defend their crown.

Los Albicelestes have had an outstanding last three years in major competitions. Argentina won the Copa America in 2021, and then clinched their third World Cup title in 2022.

The Latin American giants will have to show their mettle as they look to continue their merry way in the major continental competition this year. Argentina has been slotted in Group A along with Canada, Chile and Peru.

Lionel Scaloni named a strong squad for Argentina which comprises of some superstars of the game. Lionel Messi is undoubtedly the biggest of them whereas the likes of Angel Di Maria, Lautaro Martinez and others are going to play a pivotal part as well.

Here are four key Argentina players who will be crucial in their quest for defending the Copa America title-

Emiliano Martinez

Emiliano Martinez is ranked as high as Lionel Messi in Argentina. The former Arsenal goalkeeper has become a magnificent shot-stopper in the game and played a crucial part in their World Cup 2022 campaign. The player has been a revelation in between the sticks and his aggression, along with his skill, has made him one of the top most goalkeepers in the world. And as the tournament beckons, Martinez is again going to play a massive part for them in front of goal.

Rodrigo De Paul

Rodrigo De Paul's midfield stability is going to be important for Argentina. The Atletico Madrid player is known for his offensive creation and is one of the best midfielders going forward. In this Copa America, De Paul is set to play a crucial role again. The 30-year-old can venture forward and score goals, and along with his ability to find passes, he is someone who can be a driving force for them.

Lionel Messi

Lionel Messi is going to be the biggest attraction of the Copa America 2024. The Argentine maverick has won almost all the tournaments in the world, but he won't mind winning another Copa America title. Messi is the soul of Los Albicelestes and definitely he will be the central nucleus of their success in this tournament as well.

Messi score 4 goals and had 5 assists in Copa America 2021 as Argentina beat Brazil 1-0 in the Final.

Julian Alvarez

The Manchester City star came to prominence in 2021 and has never looked back since then. Juian Alvarez has just had a tremendous season with Man City, where he scored 19 goals and had 13 assists. The 24-year-old will be starting on the right wing and is set to play a big part in that position for them.