Argentina's football team won a 1-0 friendly against Ecuador on June 9, with Angel Di Maria scoring the only goal; Lionel Messi made his return.

Argentina's football team won a 1-0 friendly match against Ecuador on June 9, with Angel Di Maria scoring the only goal. Lionel Messi made his return to international play after six months, entering the game as a substitute in the 56th minute. The victory marks Argentina's seventh consecutive win against Ecuador and is their last warm-up match before the Copa America tournament, where they will open against Canada on June 20.