When Lionel Messi hits the pitch at MetLife Stadium tonight, it’ll be a full-circle moment.
Back in 2016, Argentina faced Chile in the Copa America finals at MetLife, and a missed penalty kick from Messi led to both Chile’s overall victory and Messi’s temporary retirement from international soccer.
Now, Messi, who turned 37 yesterday, and Argentina will face Chile once again in East Rutherford, NJ, but this time, they’re doing it as the reigning Copa America champions.
So far in the 2024 Copa America, Argentina has won their only game 2-0 against Canada, while Chile and Peru’s first match ended in a 0-0 draw.
Tonight’s game airs on FS1, but Sling TV, DIRECTV Stream, and more will carry the game at a discount or free entirely for new subscribers who want to tune in to watch Messi play.
Argentina and Chile play each other tonight, June 25, at 9:00 p.m. ET.
Argentina vs. Chile is airing on Fox Sports 1 (FS1), so if you haven’t cut the cord yet, all you have to do is turn FS1 on at 9:00 p.m. tonight or log into the Fox Sports app with your cable credentials.
If you just plan to catch a few Copa America matches that Messi appears in, three live TV streaming services come with FS1 and free trials for new users.
If you’re planning on watching more than one match (see below for Brazil and Chile’s upcoming schedules), then the most cost-effective way to stream all the 2024 Copa America is without taking advantage of a free trial at all. They run at most seven days and then cost a decent sum to keep the subscription even for just a month. With this option, you won’t get any days for free, but you’ll save a lot on the entire month.
Sling TV’s Blue plan includes FS1; right now, you can get your first month for 50% off. Instead of $45, you’ll pay $22.50 — and all you’ll need is one month of Sling to watch the entire tournament through the July 14 final match.
Tonight’s Argentina vs. Chile match is local for New Yorkers — the game will be played at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, NJ.
Yes! The soccer superstar is serving as captain of Argentina’s National Team for in the 2024 Copa America.
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