Argentina vs Bolivia Prediction, Preview, Lineups and Team News | World Cup Qualifiers | October 15, 2024

• Tournament: 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers
• Date: Wednesday, 15 October, 2024
• Time: .9:00 PM AST
• Venue: Estadio Monumental, Buenos Aires

Argentina was held 1-1 against Venezuela even after Lionel Messi’s return to the Argentina’s squad. Argentina’s team struggled to cross the line and were seen struggling. Their FIFA World Cup qualifying campaign hasn’t started that well as they have already dropped 8 points in the last 5 games they have played. Lionel Scaloni will expect his team to make a comeback and start dominating the game. They hold an impressive record at FIFA World Cup qualifiers at home, their record stands at winning 11 games, drawing 5 games, and losing only once.

On the other hand, Bolivia is coming to this game with three straight wins without conceding any goal. They will be looking to continue their red-hot form against Argentina as well. It will be worth watching how Lionel Scaloni tackles this challenge in front of their team.

Argentina National Football Team News

Argentina failed to cross the line against Venezuela in their last FIFA World Cup qualifying game. Lionel Messi didn’t look that great in his return for his national team. Lionel Scaloni will be expecting his team to dominate and back to winning ways as they hold an impeccable record against Bolivia, they haven’t lost a single game to them winning all 4 (head-to-head).

Bolivia National Football Team News

Bolivia is currently in red-hot form, their last game against Colombia ended in their favor as Miguelito scored a decisive goal in the 58th minute. While their game against Chile ended 1-2 where Algaranaz and Miguelito scored goals to keep their winning streak going. Their FIFA World Cup qualifying started well as they only conceded 1 goal and scored 7. They will be hoping to continue winning form against Argentina, with whom they have a very terrible h-2-h record.

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Argentina vs Bolivia Predicted Lineups

Argentina National Team Predicted Lineup (4-3-3)

Goalkeeper: Geronimo Rulli
Defenders: Nahuel Molina, Nicolas Otamendi, Christian Gabriel Romero, Nicolas Tagliafico
Midfielders: Rodriguez de Paul, Enzo Fernandez, Giovani Lo Celso
Forward: Lautaro Martinez, Julian Alvarez, Lionel Messi

Bolivia National Team Predicted Lineup (4-3-3)

Goalkeeper: Guillermo Viscarra
Defenders: Jose Sagredo, Marcelo Suarez, Luis Haquin, Diego Daniel Medina Roman
Midfielders: Ramiro Vaca, Gabriel Villamil, Robson Matheus
Forwards: Jeyson Chura, Carmelo Algaranaz, Miguel Terceros

Head-to-Head Record

In all competitions, the two South American rivals have faced off 41 times. Argentina has emerged victorious in 29 matches, while Bolivia has only secured 7 wins. Additionally, they have drawn 5 games.

Recent five head-to-head results

Key Players to Watch in Argentina vs Bolivia

Lionel Messi

Lionel Messi‘s recent return to Argentina’s national team did not culminate in a victory against Venezuela. However, he is anticipated to exhibit a strong performance against Bolivia to regain his previous form. To date, Messi has participated in six national team competitions, during which he has scored three goals.

Miguel Terceros

Miguel Terceros is coming into this game filled with self-belief and confidence. He scored a game-defining goal against Colombia in the 58th minute. He has already scored 3 goals in just 4 games, he is only 20 years old. Terceros will be looking to carry on his scoring spree against Argentina.

Argentina vs Bolivia Prediction

Argentina will be looking to bounce back to winning ways after drawing their last game against Venezuela. Now that Lionel Messi has returned to his national side as well it might be possible that dominate their next game against Bolivia with whom they have a dominant history. Bolivia might have a chance if they manage to keep Lionel Messi silent from influencing the game and convert their chances without wasting them.

Predicted Score: Argentina 2-1 Bolivia

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