Canada and Uruguay face off in the 2024 Copa America third-place match with high stakes on the line. This is Canada's first participation, and they hope to make a mark despite their semifinal loss to Argentina. Uruguay looks to leverage its favorites tag after a tough defeat to Colombia. Key performers include Maximiliano Araujo and Darwin Nunez for Uruguay, with Alphonso Davies and Jonathan David leading Canada.
Lionel Messi returned to international football as Argentina defeated Ecuador 1-0 in a friendly match at Soldier Field, Chicago. Messi, recovering from a hamstring injury, came on as a second-half substitute, while Angel di Maria scored the winning goal. Argentina prepares to defend their Copa America title, facing Guatemala next.