Manchester United’s Lisandro Martinez had a stellar debut for Argentina in their Copa America campaign opener against Canada, contributing significantly to their 2-0 victory. The defender partnered with Cristian Romero in the central defense, putting in a solid performance that secured a clean sheet for La Albiceleste.

Argentina initially faced a tough challenge from a determined Canadian side, with both teams missing crucial chances in the first half. However, they broke the deadlock in the 49th minute through Julian Alvarez, and sealed the win in the 88th minute with a goal from Lautaro Martinez assisted by Lionel Messi.

Martinez, who earned a Sofascore rating of 7.2, showcased his defensive prowess with two clearances, one interception, and successful contributions in ground duels and tackles. His disciplined approach saw him commit only one foul throughout the match. Known for his ball-playing abilities, Martinez excelled with 93% pass completion from 89 attempts, making a key pass and creating a significant scoring opportunity that unfortunately went unfinished by his teammates.

United fans will be encouraged by Martinez’s strong performance, which marks his third consecutive 90-minute outing for the national team, suggesting he has overcome previous injury concerns. As Argentina prepares to face Chile next, Martinez aims to maintain his form and contribute to another victory, while fellow United player Alejandro Garnacho hopes for an opportunity to showcase his skills after remaining on the bench in the first match.