Argentina vs Brazil: Argentina will aim to secure their spot in the 2026 FIFA World Cup when they face arch-rivals Brazil in a highly anticipated clash at Estadio Más Monumental in Buenos Aires.
🗓 Match Date: March 26, 2025
⏰ Indian Time: 5:30 AM | Nepali Time: 5:45 AM
🏟 Venue: Estadio Más Monumental, Buenos Aires
Argentina vs Brazil: Key Match Preview
Argentina’s Journey in the World Cup Qualifiers
Argentina is on the brink of confirming their World Cup qualification after securing a narrow 1-0 win over Uruguay. Despite missing Lionel Messi due to injury, Thiago Almada’s stunning strike ensured all three points. With a strong defensive record and an unbeaten home run, La Albiceleste will look to extend their dominance over Brazil.
🔹 Last 6 Matches: W, W, L, D, W, W
Brazil’s Struggles & Road to Qualification
Brazil has had a mixed qualifying campaign but remains on course for World Cup 2026. After a sluggish start, they have shown improvement, securing a dramatic 2-1 win over Colombia with Vinicius Jr.’s last-minute goal. However, their away form remains a concern as they prepare to face Argentina in Buenos Aires.
🔹 Last 6 Matches: W, D, D, W, L, W
Head-to-Head Record Since 2020
🏆 Matches Played: 10
🏆 Argentina Wins: 5
🏆 Brazil Wins: 3
🏆 Draws: 2
Key Stats
✅ Argentina has won 7 of their last 8 home World Cup qualifiers.
✅ Brazil has only won 1 of their last 5 away qualifiers.
✅ The last meeting between these teams ended in a 1-0 win for Argentina.
Match Prediction
Argentina will aim to dominate possession and capitalize on their defensive stability, while Brazil’s pace in attack could be their main weapon. A tight contest is expected, with Argentina having the upper hand at home.
🔮 Prediction: Argentina 2-1 Brazil
Team News
Argentina Team News
💪 Missing: Lionel Messi (injury), Lautaro Martinez (injury), Paulo Dybala (injury), Nico Gonzalez (suspension)
💼 Squad Update: Rodrigo De Paul could return after missing the Uruguay clash, while Thiago Almada is expected to start again.
🏆 Argentina Possible Starting XI:
Martinez; Molina, Romero, Otamendi, Tagliafico, De Paul, Mac Allister, Simeone, Fernandez, Almada, Alvarez
Brazil Team News
💪 Missing: Neymar (injury), Ederson (injury), Alisson (injury), Gerson (injury)
💼 Squad Update: Bento is set to start in goal, while Joelinton and Andre could replace suspended Bruno Guimaraes and Gabriel Magalhaes.
🏆 Brazil Possible Starting XI:
Bento; Vanderson, Marquinhos, Ortiz, Arana, Joelinton, Andre, Rodrygo, Raphinha, Vinicius, Pedro
Where to Watch from Nepal & India
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