By Samuel Oladeji
Argentina beat Peru 2-0 in their final group match with both goals scored by Lautaro Martinez.The teamʼs starting lineup for the Peru match included players like Garnacho,Tagliafico,Otamendu and Di Maria.
Despite Messiʼs absence,Argentina were in control as Lautaro Martinez scored twice at the Hard Rock Stadium to seal a win that ensured Argentina advanced to the quarter-finals as Group A winners.
Argentina had a chance to double their lead in the 72nd minute after Jesus Castillohandled the arca to surrender penalty