Argentina U-17 vs Mali U-17: Predicted lineup, injury news, head-to-head, telecast

Published at :November 29, 2023 at 2:19 PM

Modified at :January 14, 2024 at 1:19 AM

The Albiceleste take on Les Aigles side for the 3rd place match in this concluding FIFA U-17 World Cup game.

The match between Argentina U-17 and Mali U-17 is a worldwide showcase for up-and-coming football talent. Argentina who is known for its history in football is seen to contribute attacking skill and tactical play. Mali, on the other hand, frequently demonstrates their physical strength and quickness, highlighting the great diversity of football played in the country. Many new names are going to emerge in football’s future through this game. This match promises to be exciting as both teams are going to contest strongly for the third place in the FIFA U-17 World Cup 2023.

Kick-Off:

Friday, 01 December 2023, 05:30 PM IST

Friday, 01 December 2023, 12:00 PM GMT

Location: Stadion Manahan

Form

Argentina U-17 (in all competitions): W-W-W-W-L

Mali U-17 (in all competitions): L-W-W-W-L

Players to Watch

Agustín Ruberto – Argentina U-17

Ruberto infuses the Argentina U-17 team with inventiveness and finishing skill. He is an important player because of his ability to command the forward line and score with accurate finishes. For Argentina to play well, Ruberto’s skill at reading defences and setting up plays may prove crucial. He did it against the match with the German side with a hattrick, he is expected by the coaches to do it again for his nation.

Ibrahim Diarra – Mali U-17

Diarra is renowned for his athleticism. His quickness and strength provide stability in forward wing line for Mali’s U-17 squad. Mali may find stability and inspiration for their counterattacking style of play from Diarra’s ability to break opponent advances and start swift transitions. His goal in the semi-final was crucial but not enough to take his nation to the finals.

Match Facts

Agustin Ruberto and Echeverri of Argentina are the top two goal scorers for this FIFA U-17 World Cup edition.
Both the sides take on each other for the first time ever.

Injury & Team News

Both the teams have a fit squad with no injuries, which makes this game even more anticipating. The coaches on both side can play their full teams in order to win the bronze medal for their team. There is one update on Mali U-17 side, their defender Souleymane Sanogo was given a red card. The youngster got this against France U-17 match in semi-finals, which means he will not be in the team’s starting lineup.

Head to Head

This is the first time Argentina U-17 and Mali U-17 take on each other in an official game.

Predicted Lineup

Argentina U-17 predicted lineup (4-3-3):

Florentin, Gorosito, Palacio, Gimenez, Ontivero, Echeverri, Acuna, Gerez, Albarracin, Subiabre, Ruberto

Mali U-17 predicted lineup (4-4-2):

Kone, Traore, M.Traore, Togola, Coulibaly, Diarra, Tia, Kone, Makalou, Kanate, Barry

Match Prediction for Argentina U-17 vs Mali U-17

Young energy and skill are typical features of both Mali U-17 and Argentina U-17. They have already done massively well in this competition. But now they face off for the 3rd place winner game. Mali could offer agility and a commanding physical presence, whereas Argentina frequently displays possession game and inventive play. Youth-level games are significantly influenced by several elements like as individual player form and tactical decisions. With Argentina having some well known top scorers in the tournament, they can clinch of the third position in the FIFA U-17 World Cup.

Prediction: Argentina U-17 3-1 Mali U-17

Telecast

India – FanCode

UK – Fox Sports

US – Fubo TV

Nigeria – FIFA+

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