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Canada's Jesse Marsch views Copa América clash with Argentina as a privilege
Canada have displayed resilience and determination in this years Copa America making it to the semi-final in their debut campaign.
According to ESPN, their head coach Jesse Marsch, who eagerly anticipates their semi-final showdown against Lionel Messi and Argentina has described facing Messi as a "privilege," underscoring the immense respect and challenge that comes with competing against one of football's greatest icons.
Reflecting on their previous encounter earlier in the tournament, where Argentina emerged victorious with a 2-0 scoreline, Marsch acknowledged the need for a more disciplined defensive approach.
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"We didn't do well enough with Messi last match," Marsch admitted. "He was able to run free at our goalkeeper too much. We won't man-mark him, but we will emphasize how to defend against him, limiting his space and disrupting his rhythm."
Despite the daunting task of containing Messi, Marsch exuded confidence in his team's readiness. "Our players will be up for it, and excited," he remarked. "The challenge is big. We'll see if we can do better than we did in the first match."
Argentina's coach, Lionel Scaloni, also anticipates a tough encounter, emphasizing the unpredictability of facing Canada for the second time in the tournament. "Every coach takes notes and corrects mistakes," Scaloni noted. "Canada has shown they can complicate things for several teams. With our strengths, we hope to execute our plan effectively."
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Both teams enter the semifinal buoyed by dramatic shootout victories in the quarterfinals—Canada overcoming Venezuela and Argentina edging out Ecuador.
The stakes are high, with the winner advancing to the final in Miami on July 14, while the loser will compete for third place in Charlotte, North Carolina.
As Marsch prepares his team for what promises to be a thrilling encounter, his sentiment of privilege in facing Messi encapsulates the spirit of competition and respect that defines elite football tournaments like the Copa América.
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For Canada, this match represents not only a chance to showcase their talent on a global stage but also an opportunity to test themselves against one of the sport's living legends.
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