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Copa America Roundup: Lionel Messi Rescues Point for Argentina as Albiceleste Continue to Disappoint

Lionel Messi's second half penalty salvaged a 1-1 draw against Paraguay, as Argentina remain at the bottom of Group B in the Copa America.

The Barcelona forward's 57th minute equaliser negated a first-half opener from Richard Sanchez in Belo Horizonte. However, Argentina find themselves in a perilous position, as they must defeat Asian Cup winners Qatar to stand a chance of qualifying to the knockout round.

Having lost 2-0 to Colombia in their opening match, Argentina have just one point from two games. The two best third-place teams from the three groups qualify for the quarter-finals, however, giving Argentina an opportunity to redeem themselves, as they look to make a comeback from the brink of relegation.