Argentina v Canada: How to watch, TV channel, kick-off time, head-to-head stats and team news

World champions Argentina kick-start their Copa America campaign on Friday when they take on Canada in the tournament opener.

The reigning champions are going in search of their 16th Copa America title and first up it’s a clash with the Canadians in Atlanta.

How to watch Argentina v Canada and TV channel

The game will be shown live on Premier Sports 1.

Argentina v Canada kick-off time, date and venue

The Group A clash between Argentina and Canada kicks off at 01:00 BST on Friday 21st June and the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta is the venue for the fixture.

Argentina v Canada stats and head-to-head record (H2H)

These sides have only met on one previous occasion in an international friendly back in May 2010.

Maxi Rodriguez bagged a brace and Angel Di Maria, Carlos Tevez and Sergio Aguero also scored in a 5-0 win for Argentina.

Argentina v Canada head-to-head record (H2H)

Argentina wins	1
Draws	0
Canada wins	0

*H2H stats refer to all competitions.

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Argentina v Canada team news

Argentina team news

Lisandro Martinez is expected to partner Cristian Romero in the heart of the Argentina defence.

Lionel Messi will be looking to add to his 108 international goals as he prepares to lead his country out once again on Friday.

Canada team news

Porto's Stephen Eustaquio will wear the captain's armband as he most likely lines up alongside Watford’s Ismael Kone in midfield.

Lille star Jonathan David is set to be the focal point of a Canada attack looking to cause an upset in Atlanta.