The unforgettable World Cup final 2022 between France and Argentina, which ended with Albiceleste’s third crown, will be reviewed as Hugo Lloris and Lionel Messi meet again. This time, The scene is different: the quarterfinals of the Concacaf Champions Cupwith every defending new colors. Lloris, between the posts for the Los Angeles Football Club, and Messi who leads the attack for Inter Miami, in a duel that promises excitement.
But they are not the only ones with the World Cup history in this series. Olivier Giroud, another protagonist in that final. The French striker arrived in the middle last season at LAFC with great referencesBut have not yet managed to win completely over the fans of the black and the gold, with only 2 goals in 25 performances. His presence in this match is in doubt, as a leg injury has kept him away from the last three commitments.
Will Messi start? Will Ustari play? Possible range
After his recurring during the second half against Philadelphia Union last Saturday – he was not part of Albiceleste for qualifying – and in good form – he scored a goal – It is estimated that Messi has many chances to start in this duel for Concachampions.
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Another of the unknown is who will occupy the goal of “Garzas” after departure due to discomfort versus Union of Oscar Ustari, Although Masche trifle it after the duel at a press conference: “He felt that his calf was charged, in theory it was no more, but yes they trampled and that is why he asked for the change.”
By which it is expected that the Argentine goalkeeper will be the owner of the goal. If that is not the case, which will enter his place will be Drake Callender, which added the first minutes of the season on the last day.
Predicted range
- LAFC: Crying; Palencia, Tafari, Long, Holingshead; Tilman, Jesus, Delgado; Ünder, Martínez and Bouanga. Coach: Cherundolo.
- Inter Miami: Ustari; Fray or Luján; Falcón, Allen, Alba; Light, Busquets, Redondo, Segovia; Messi and Suárez. Coach: Mascherano.
