Argentina defeated Ecuador, 1x0, on Thursday, on matchweek 1. Both Argentina's national team and Félix Sánchez's team held their first game in the competition.
The first-half ended with a goalless draw.
In the 78th minute, Lionel Messi scored the winning goal for Argentina, from a direct free kick. With his 20th goal of the season.
After the result Argentina are 4th in the table, with 3 points, while Ecuador sit 8th place, with 0 points. Next up, Lionel Scaloni's team visit Bolivia, while Félix Sánchez's team will play at home against Uruguay.
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Lionel Messi 78' |