Thursday’s Copa América action on FOX features defending champion Argentina taking on CONMEBOL rival Ecuador in the quarterfinals at NRG Stadium in Houston. Lionel Messi will be starting for Argentina after missing the team’s final group stage game against Peru due to a right leg injury. Reports suggest that the 37-year-old captain will decide how long he plays in the match.
Throughout the game, there have been several top moments to watch out for. Enzo Fernández missed another chance at 9:51am ET, while Messi set up Argentina’s first goal at 9:41am ET. The match has been physical, with the first card being shown at 9:36am ET. Argentina had a close chance at 9:33am ET, but there has been more pressure from Ecuador at 9:20am ET, with an early chance for Ecuador at 9:16am ET.
The live coverage of the match began at 8:45am ET, giving fans a chance to witness all the exciting moments as they unfold. Stay tuned for more intense action as Argentina and Ecuador battle it out on the field for a spot in the semifinals of the Copa América.