Alejandro Garnacho made his Copa America debut, but Argentina emerged victorious with a 2-0 win over Peru.
The result secured Argentina’s spot as group winners, earning a perfect nine points in group A.
Lautaro Martinez scored two second-half goals, bringing his total goals in the competition to four and sealing the win for the defending champions.
Argentina dominated the match with 75% possession and 12 shots compared to Peru’s six.
Garnacho, despite his impressive season at Manchester United, had limited game time in the Copa America.
His coach, Lionel Scaloni, expressed his desire to play him more but found it challenging to alter the lineup.
Despite the victory, Garnacho had a quiet offensive performance during his 66 minutes on the field, earning a Sofascore rating of 6.9.
He attempted four dribbles but completed only one, with zero shots on target and multiple unsuccessful attempts.
Defensively, Garnacho made two clearances, two interceptions, and two tackles, showcasing his all-around contribution to the team.
While the game was insignificant for Argentina, Garnacho will aim for a more impactful role in the upcoming quarter-final match.
Lisandro Martinez, another United player, was rested in anticipation of returning to the starting lineup for the next round.
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