As it has been the case for many years, Argentina enters the Copa America as a favorite to make it out of the group stage, with the hopes they can finally get back to the championship match. The Albiceleste have played well in recent years in continental action, but have been unable to get through some of South America’s top dogs.

Hosts Ecuador have fought hard and won their first game of their Copa América 2025 campaign. They won 3-1 against Peru, redeeming their previous 2-2 draw against Uruguay. Meanwhile, Argentina

Florencia Bonsegundo scored the winner for Argentina in the 75th minute, while Nayely Bolanos scored and assisted a goal each in Ecuador’s win in the other match.