Argentina vs Ecuador: Everything To Know

Argentina vs Ecuador 2024: Summary, Scores, Goals, Highlights, Stats,League, Game Analysis, Points, Next Fixtures And Everything To Know

Match Summary:

Date and Venue:

The game took place on July 4, 2024, at NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas.

First Half:

The game began with both teams showing intensity and determination. Argentina, led by Lionel Messi, controlled possession, while Ecuador pressed high to disrupt their passing lanes. Argentina’s midfield trio—Rodrigo De Paul, Giovani Lo Celso, and Leandro Paredes orchestrated play. Messi dropped deep to receive the ball and initiated attacks. Ecuador relied on counterattacks. Enner Valencia and also Ángel Mena looked dangerous on the break. In the 35th minute, Argentina broke the deadlock. A well-worked set piece saw Alexis Mac Allister flick the ball to Lisandro Martínez, who also headed it into the net.

Ecuador’s best chance came from a free-kick, but goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez made a crucial save.

Score at Halftime: Argentina 1-0 Ecuador.

Second Half:

Ecuador introduced Michael Estrada for Valencia, hoping for more attacking impetus. Argentina brought on Nicolás Domínguez to bolster their midfield. Also In stoppage time (90’+1), Ecuador equalized. Kevin Rodríguez capitalized on a defensive lapse, slotting the ball past Martínez. The match went into extra time, but neither team could find a winner.

Penalty Shootout:

• • Argentina converted all their penalties (Messi, De Paul, Martínez, and Nicolás González).
  • Ecuador missed two crucial penalties (Valencia and Mena), also allowing Argentina to win 4-2.

Result:

Argentina 1 (4) – 1 (2) Ecuador

• • Lisandro Martínez scored for Argentina in the 35th minute.
  • Kevin Rodríguez also equalized for Ecuador in stoppage time (90’+1).
  • Argentina advanced to the semifinals after winning 4-2 in the penalty shootout.

Match Statistics

• Spain:
  • Yellow Cards: 0
  • Yellow-Red Cards: 0
  • Red Cards: 0
  • Corner Kicks: 0
  • Total Shots: 5
  • Shots On Target: 1
  • Also Shots Off Target: 3
  • Shots Blocked: 1
  • Ball Possession Percentage: 52%
  • Free Kicks: 4
  • Offsides: 1
  • Goal Kicks: 0
  • Throw-Ins: 1
  • Shots Saved: 1
  • Fouls: 1
  • Injuries: 3
  • Goals Conceded: 0
  • Goals Scored: 0
• Germany:
  • Yellow Cards: 1
  • Yellow-Red Cards: 0
  • Red Cards: 0
  • Corner Kicks: 0
  • Total Shots: 1
  • Shots On Target: 1
  • Also Shots Off Target: 0
  • Shots Blocked: 0
  • Ball Possession Percentage: 48%
  • Free Kicks: 2
  • Offsides: 0
  • Goal Kicks: 3
  • Also Throw-Ins: 4
  • Shots Saved: 1
  • Fouls: 4
  • Injuries: 0
  • Goals Conceded: 0
  • Goals Scored: 0

Key Moments:

• • Martínez’s opener came from a headed flick-on by Alexis Mac Allister.
  • Ecuador’s Enner Valencia missed a penalty, also hitting the post.
  • Goalkeeper Emi Martínez made crucial saves during the shootout.

Semifinal Opponent:

Argentina will face either Venezuela or Canada in the next round.

Head-to-head record between Spain and Germany in football:

• Total Matches Played: 26
• Wins for Spain: 8
• Wins for Germany: 9
• Draws: 9

In these encounters, Spain has scored 32 goals, while Germany has netted 31 times.