Match Thread: Copa America Group A - Matchday 1 - Argentina v Canada - June 20, 2024 - 8pm local time (ET) / 5pm PT

[CanSoccfan11]

Good half.  We've had a few good build ups in the their half.   

[jonovision]

This is a game that is practically begging for the services of one Richmond Laryea.

[bwilly11]

Guys, are we taking for granted how fucking good our team is. We have really entered a new level, fuck that #48 ranking 

[vancanman]

1 minute ago, InglewoodJack said:

We kinda looked like the better team tbh

They had the possession, but I'd say we had the better chances.

[narduch]

Just now, WestHamCanadianinOxford said:

Individual mistakes gave them chances 

And snuffed out ours.

 

In theory the system is okay.

I like how the press is selective.

We aren't just Gung ho headless chickens

[InglewoodJack]

Just now, narduch said:

We had the better chances

Think our wingers need to remember that Jonathan David is running behind them. Could’ve been up at the half.

[DrunkOffPunch]

2 cents from a neutral. Canada playing well overall. Really like the press and defensive positioning, but that high line is asking for trouble.

[frmr]

Jesus. Heart rate falling back down. If we can keep that up for the second half we have a chance of winning this. Certainly didn't look out of place in this game, minus a couple brainfarts. I think we'll have another good chance or two in the second half.

[wallflower]

1 hour ago, jonovision said:

This is a game that is practically begging for the services of one Richmond Laryea.

Agreed

[Joe MacCarthy]

Is it just me or is Millar giving the ball away a lot

[Big_M]

crepeau is sometimes too wild coming out...team almost paid for it twice in the first half...will end up paying with a goal or penalty at some point (not necessarily this game)

[Unnamed Trialist]

We weathered it amazingly well. Exposed a lot of defects of Argentina forcing them into longer balls, which suggests this is a serious tactical analysis in practice. Also pushed them outside. We risked a higher line a bit too much. A lot of the positives of the friendlies are still holding up well, like Davies - Millar, the speed of Bombito. 

Considering we gave the ball away dumbly and squandered quite a few midfield plays, this is an excellent result. 

[scullion44]

Lack of football is hurting Buchanan. I used to sit at the edge of my seat when he got the ball. Now, not so much

[jonovision]

Just now, Joe MacCarthy said:

Is it just me or is Millar giving the ball away a lot

He started brightly but faded later in the half. I think he has another good moment or two in him though.

[Mihairokov]

Hopping between trains at Union at half but just want to say how proud I am of this team and this effort. They've and we've come so far. 

[ECW]

Hats off to Marsch. Looks like actual, sustainable football. Unlike the Holland match. More intensity all around too than in the France friendly. 

[InglewoodJack]

Just now, Big_M said:

crepeau is sometimes too wild coming out...team almost paid for it twice in the first half...will end up paying with a goal or penalty at some point (not necessarily this game)

I think that turf is slowing down Argentina as they get close to our net. Feel like Alvarez fell victim against that on his shot just before the half. 

[kacbru]

Just now, scullion44 said:

Lack of football is hurting Buchanan. I used to sit at the edge of my seat when he got the ball. Now, not so much

Agreed - really unfortunate but it feels like the best outcome when it goes out to Buchanan is to win a throw.

[TGAA_Star]

We need more physicality...get Laryea in here

[dyslexic nam]

2 minutes ago, Joe MacCarthy said:

Is it just me or is Millar giving the ball away a lot

I think we have had a few turnovers all over.  Kone has definitely had the most.  

[TGAA_Star]

De Paul is playing dirty

[Cadeau]

There’ll be no parking the bus!!!

[AnonymousInsider]

One (extremely small) positive to playing against Messi is a lot of the time he’s late to positioning himself on defense so it makes it easier to build out quick.

[Free kick]

Yeah I will now buy the fact that Kone wasnt strong on ball.   should be subbed 

[jonovision]

Hutchinson looks like he's fitter than half the guys on the pitch.