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Monday, July 4, 2011

Match preview: Argentina vs Columbia

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Match preview: Argentina vs Columbia - Log on as a substitute, Sergio Aguero scored the goal that avoids defeat of Argentina from Bolivia. In the second game contra Colombia, he was ready, if played from the first minute.

Coach Sergio Batista lose three players ahead while undergoing contra Bolivia first game on Saturday (02/07/2011) then. In addition to Lionel Messi and Carlos Tevez that he's one other striker Ezequiel Lavezzi is lower.


With a composition like that Argentina could appear dominant and a few times to spread the threat to the opposing goal. But not the goal that is created precisely the Albiceleste goal conceded.

Argentina can only be equalized through Aguero, who signed to replace Lavezzi. His goal was praised by many for creating beautiful, volley when he grabbed the ball off the bounce with a chest by Nicolas Burdisso. The final score of the match 1-1.

Lavezzi considering the unsatisfactory performance while Aguero is very good it gives the impression that the proposal appeared Atletico Madrid striker was given a chance to play more. Aguero himself ready if the later is believed salty since the first minute.

"All the Argentina forward had a very good quality. I myself was always available to be selected by the coach how many minutes were given," said Aguero in Mundodeportivo.


Argentina must win in the second game in order to maintain a chance of qualifying to the next round. Following a draw contra Bolivia in the first game, returning series or even a less threatening opportunity 'Tango' to qualify for the second half.

"I want to win on Wednesday (Thursday morning GMT)," said the player who was widely reported that Juventus will be purchased.
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