Argentina vs Chile Preview, Prediction, Line-ups and Team News | World Cup Qualifiers
Argentina vs Chile Preview
- Tournament: World Cup Qualifiers
- Date: Friday, 6th September
- Kick-off time: 12:00 AM GMT
- Venue: Estadio Mas Monumental
Copa America champions, Argentina will take on Chile in the seventh game of the World Cup qualifiers at the Estadio Mas Monumental stadium in Argentina. Chile has not been in great form in the qualifiers sitting at the eighth position of the table with just one win in six games. Out of the last five matches the team has played it has secured only one victory.
On the other hand, Argentina is currently at the top of the World Cup Qualifiers table with 15 points. They have won four out of their five games with the only defeat coming in the hands of Uruguay. In their last game in the qualifiers, they defeated Brazil 1-0 with Nicolas Otamendi’s solitary goal in the 63rd minute.
Argentina vs Chile Team News
Argentina National Football Team News
One of the major things for Argentina is the absence of their legend Lionel Messi, who is out due to an injury. Messi has not played for his club, Inter Miami since suffering an ankle injury in Argentina’s 1-0 victory over Colombia in the Copa America 2024 final. In his absence Roma forward, Paulo Dybala could get an opportunity to add to his 38 caps. He has not made an international appearance since March 2023.
The reigning World Champions will also be without the services of Angel Di Maria after the veteran winger announced his retirement.
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Chile National Football Team News
The La Rojas will look to turn around from their past performances. In the World Cup qualifiers, they are ranked at eighth which is a matter of concern for them. Also in the recently concluded Copa America 2024, they had a poor performance finishing third in the group stage behind champions Argentina and Canada. Argentine Ricardo Gareca was made the coach of this team earlier this year with the hope to guide them to the 2026 World Cup but it has turned out to be a difficult task.
Predicted Lineups
Argentina National Football Team Predicted Lineup :
Emi Martinez; Otamendi, L. Martinez, Acuna, Molina; Lo Celso, Paredes, De Paul, Gonzalez; Lautaro Martinez, Paulo Dybala.
Chile National Football Team Predicted Lineup:
Gabriel Arias, Mauricio Isla, Benjamin Kusevic, Guillermo Maripan, Gabriel Suazo, Marcelino Nunez, Rodrigo Echeverria, Diego Valdes, Victor Davilla, Dario Osorio, Eduardo Vargas.
Head-to-Head stats
The Chile vs Argentina rivalry in Copa America is a microcosm of the passion and drama that defines South American football. While Argentina holds a historical edge in overall wins, Chile’s recent triumphs have added a new dimension to this rivalry.
In total they have played 17 games between them out of which 9 has been won by Argentina and Chile has emerged victorious only once. 7 games have resulted in a draw.
Last five H2H Results:
Chile 0-1 Argentina (2024, Copa America)
Chile 1-2 Argentina (2022, World Cup qualifiers)
Argentina 1-0 Chile (2021, Copa America)
Argentina 1-1 Chile (2021, World Cup qualifiers)
Chile 0-0 Argentina (2019, International Friendly)
Key Players to Watch in Argentina vs Chile
Rodrigo De Paul (Argentina)
In the absence of Striker Lionel Messi, De Paul will have an added responsibility on his shoulders to help in attack. He had a great campaign in the team’s successful participation in Copa America 2024. In the final, he played he was seen taking extra workload in the midfield as well as attack after Lionel Messi was injured. He will be a player to watch out for in the game.
Gabriel Arias (Chile)
The 36-year-old goalkeeper will have a huge responsibility on his shoulders to stop the likes of Paulo Dybala, Lautaro Martinez, and Julian Alvarez. After the retirement of Claudio Bravo, Arias has been slotted in as the number for the La Rojas. Against Canada in the Copa America 2024 he played well making three major saves but still his team was not able to qualify into the next round.
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Argentina vs Chile Prediction
The match would be an interesting one as Argentina would look to dominate as they are enjoying the spring at the moment after winning their second consecutive Copa America and third consecutive Cup final. On the other hand, Chile would look to bounce back keeping in mind the 2026 World Cup Qualifiers as they are just ranked eighth in the table.
Predicted Score: Argentina 2-0 Chile
Where to Watch Argentina vs Chile Live?
Q. Where to watch Argentina vs Chile live in India?
There are no broadcasters for Argentina vs Chile match live in India.
Q. Where to watch Argentina vs Chile live in USA?
Fubo and DirecTV Stream will provide the live telecast of Argentina vs Chile in USA.
Q. Where to watch Argentina vs Chile live in UK?
Premier Sports will telecast the Argentina vs Chile game in the UK.
Q. Where to watch Argentina vs Chile live in Argentina?
DAZN will provide the live telecast of Argentina vs Chile in Argentina.
Q. Where to watch Argentina vs Chile live in Chile?
DAZN will provide the live telecast of Argentina vs Chile in Chile.