Argentina vs Canada: Messi Among Top Prop Bets

Argentina vs Canada Game Information

Game: Argentina vs Canada
Date: Tuesday, July 9
Time: 9 p.m. ET
Venue: MetLife Stadium, New Jersey
Argentina vs Canada Live Streaming: Fubo.TV

Argentina vs Canada Top 4 Prop Picks

1. Best Bet to Score: Lionel Messi (-110)

Lionel Messi hasn’t found the back of the net in the 2024 edition of the Copa America. He even missed from the penalty spot during the penalty shootout against Ecuador. Nevertheless, Argentina is one victory away from returning to the Grand Finale and Messi loves these crucial moments.

There’s also the fact that he’s in charge of taking penalties and free-kicks, which increases his chances considerably. Regarding the soccer odds, he’s offering a -110 price as an anytime goalscorer. Not bad for a player that hasn’t scored. Believe it or not, Lautaro Martinez, the tournament’s top scorer with four goals, is +150. That’s how good Messi is.

2. Don’t Bet on Both Teams to Score

Argentina and Canada collided in the inaugural match of the tournament and La Albiceleste ended up winning 2-0. Besides keeping a clean sheet, Argentina only conceded two shots on goal.

Later, La Albicelest also kept a clean sheet against Chile and Peru. Most recently, they drew 1-1 against Ecuador in the quarterfinals, but keep in mind that La Tricolor scored in the 91st minute. In other words, it was another solid performance from goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez and the defense.

As if that weren’t enough, Canada has only scored two goals in the tournament, and the Canadians aren’t used to this kind of pressure.

3. Value Bet: Draw-Argentina for Halftime-Fulltime

During the quarterfinals, Argentina vs Ecuador, Venezuela vs Canada and Uruguay vs Brazil finished with a draw. In other words, forget about a blowout, even if Canada isn’t accustomed to this kind of pressure.

Plus, in three of Argentina’s last four matches, the first half finished with a draw, including the first meeting with Canada. Later, La Albiceleste found a way to win. Lautaro Martinez had a lot to do with that because he scored in all three games during the Group Stage.

The best part is that draw-Argentina is offering a +300 price in the sportsbook. If you bet $100, you could win $300 total.

4. Canada to Keep Winning Margin Close

Again, I don’t expect Canada to score, but I do expect the Reds to put up a good fight, enough to make Argentina suffer. That’s why I recommend you take Argentina winning by 1, which is +250 in the soccer odds.

Four of Argentina’s last six matches finished with a draw or a two-goal difference. Yes, Argentina is one of the best teams in the world, but Messi and company aren’t used to humiliating opponents.

Odds and information are accurate at the time of writing. Please check with official sources for the latest updates before placing any bets.

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