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MATCH:
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Argentina
V/s Uruguay
(World Cup Qualifiers)
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17-11-2023
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5.30 AM IST (UTC +5:30)
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STADIUM:
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La Bombonera |
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Argentina
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Argentina XI:
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Uruguay
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ARGENTINA [ 1 ] - [ 0 ] URUGUAY |
Argentina vs Uruguay Defending world champions Argentina will face Uruguay on Friday 17th November 2023 in a FIFA World Cup Qualifier. The football match will be played at La Bombonera Stadium. Argentina have been brilliant in the qualifiers so far, winning all four of their matches. They lead the South American standings with 12 points. There is no doubt that Lionel Messi is the most anticipated player because of his huge fan base. He has been incredible in the current cycle with a contribution of 3 goals. Uruguay are second with 7 points but have scored more goals. 2 wins, 1 loss and 1 draw out of 4 matches played. Darwin Nunes will be the center of attraction for Uruguay. He has a record of 2 goals and 2 assists throughout his national team run in CONMEBOL qualifiers.
Lionel Scaloni has no major injuries ahead of this game and the home side should be able to field a strong side this week.
Pablo Maffeo and Francisco Ortega are expected to start at full-back here after being handed their maiden international call-ups. Meanwhile, Nicolas Otamendi will start alongside Christian Romero at the heart of the defence. In the midfield three, Enzo Fernandez will start alongside Alexis McAllister and Rodrigo De Paul. De Paul will look to add physicality and defensive armor to the squad, while the other two will be expected to create goalscoring opportunities and control the pace of the game. Julian Alvarez and Nicolas Gonzalez will be expected to lead Argentina here with Lionel Messi on either side. Emiliano Martinez will continue in goal for the 2022 World Cup winners.
The visitors will be without star striker Edinson Cavani due to a muscle injury. Apart from that, Marcelo Bielsa has a fully fit squad to choose from.
Nahitan Nandes and Mathias Oliveira are expected to start at full back for Uruguay here. In-demand Sebastian Caceres will start alongside Ronald Araujo at the heart of Uruguay's defense against Argentina. In a midfield double pivot, Manuel Ugarte will start alongside Federico Valverde. Ugarte will look to break down counter attacks, while Valverde will add drive and defense to the side. Facundo will deploy Pellistri and Rodriguez in wide areas, with both players looking to add pace and flair to the side. Meanwhile, River Plate midfielder Nicolas de la Cruz will start as the central attacking midfielder and he will link up with striker Darwin Nunes. Finally, Sergio Roche will start between the sticks.
Colombia vs Brazil Preview: Tactics, Team News & Key Stats.
Brazil will be desperate to get back to winning ways when they take on Colombia at the Estadio Metropolitano in Barranquilla. The FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers are being held everywhere except Europe. South America has seen four rounds of matches, with Argentina the runaway leaders ahead of traditional powerhouse Brazil, who will look to return to winning ways when they lock horns with Colombia at the Estadio Metropolitano this week. olombia's fortunes on the international stage have declined as top talents such as Radamel Falcao and James Rodriguez have passed their prime. With Los Cafeteros having won just one of their four matches so far in FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers, the new generation has yet to make a breakthrough. They are still undefeated in their campaign but attract specialists. The same cannot be said for Brazil, with the Selecao failing to win their last two games after starting their qualifying campaign with back-to-back wins. The most recent result was a 2-0 loss to Uruguay, with Fernando Diniz's men putting in a lackluster performance. Amid the uncertainty surrounding the managerial situation, the South American giants are playing well within themselves. The most recent encounter between Colombia and Brazil was a qualifier for the 2022 FIFA World Cup, with the Selecao narrowly winning 1-0. Hard Tackle takes a closer look at the clash ahead of the latest meeting between the two sides.
Nestor Lorenzo has made significant changes to the squad selected during the international break in October. Also, a few players withdrew their name from the group due to fitness issues.
Santiago Arias (knee) and Mateo Cacierra (unclear) are out of the squad. Also, Jose Luis Chunga, Frank Fabra, Juan David Mosquera, Wilmer Barrios and John Duran didn't make the cut this month. With captain David Ospina out due to a long-term injury, Alvaro Montero will be appointed as the veteran goalkeeper. Colombia will line up in a 4-2-3-1 formation in front of the 28-year-old, with the team revolving around James Rodriguez. Although Rodríguez's performance levels have plummeted, he remains a key figure for Colombia. 32-year-old Rafael Santos will look to pull the strings in the final third as he looks to unseat Borre. John Arias and Luis Diaz are the wide attackers in the home side. Mateusz Uribe and Jefferson Lerma will hold down the fort in the middle of the park, looking to keep things tight and frustrate the away side. Both will anchor the defensive unit, with Carlos Cuesta, Davinson Sanchez, Yerson Mosquera and Deaver Machado completing the quartet at the back. Like his counterpart in the Colombian dugout, Fernando Denis lost a player due to a fitness problem. Also, Brazil's caretaker boss has made significant changes to the squad he selected last month. Ederson Moraes has been withdrawn from the group after picking up a leg injury against Chelsea last weekend. Also, Diniz has ruled out players like Guilherme Arana, Danilo and Mathews Cunha. Meanwhile, Casemiro (hamstring), Neymar (knee) and Richarlison (groin) remain unavailable due to fitness issues.