Argentina vs Bolivia Preview, prediction, team news, lineups | International Friendly 2026

La Albiceleste dominated the proceedings when these sides last met!

The Argentina national football team are gearing up to battle it out against the Bolivia national football team for an international friendly encounter. The Estadio Mario Alberto Kempes is going to witness this interesting clash.

La Albiceleste will be back in action for the first time since their FIFA World Cup 2026 final defeat. After enjoying a defeatless campaign, they were hopeful of winning back-to-back World Cup golds, but Spain did not let that happen.

They will now be looking to make further progress after putting all that behind them. After Lionel Messi’s farewell game, Cristian Romero is going to captain the squad, and it will be interesting to see their performances moving forward. Being at home is going to keep them at an advantage from the start.

The Bolivia national football team are going to be under pressure for their upcoming friendly outing. They have conceded 10 goals in their last three games and have faced defeats in all of them.

Against La Albiceleste, Óscar Villegas’ men cannot make the slightest mistake, as it will cost them big time. Being away from home is going to make things challenging for them. La Verde will be looking to avoid giving the ball away to the hosts.

Kick-off:

• Location: Ciudad de Cordoba, Provincia de, Argentina
• Stadium: Estadio Mario Alberto Kempes
• Date: Thursday, October 1
• Kick-off Time: 04:30 AM IST (Wednesday, September 30; 11:00 PM GMT/ 07:00 PM ET/ 04:00 PM PT)
• Referee: TBA
• VAR: In use

Form:

Argentina: W-W-W-W-L

Bolivia: L-W-L-L-L

Players to Watch

Lionel Messi (Argentina)

Lionel Messi was the top performer for the Argentina national football team during their recent campaign at the FIFA World Cup (2026). In just eight matches, he scored eight goals and had four assists to his name. The 39-year-old is once again going to play an important role for his country.

He will be a constant threat to the opponent’s defence with the ball at his feet.

Óscar López (Bolivia)

The 20-year-old will be looking to step up his game so that he can deliver a top performance for his side and help them stand a chance against Lionel Messi’s Argentina. The youngster for Getafe B controls the midfield well and will now be eager to help the Bolivia national football team. Óscar López can also help his side in the final third.

Match Facts

• Argentina haven’t secured a clean sheet in their last six attempts.
• Bolivia have failed to score a goal in their last two games.
• La Albiceleste haven’t lost to La Verde in their last five meetings.

Betting Tips & Odds

• La Albiceleste to win
• Leo Messi to score
• Goals over 3.5

Injury and Team News

Juan Foyth and Nicolas Tagliafico might have to sit out for Argentina due to fitness concerns.

Bolivia are going to come up with all their players fit and ready to be in action.

Head-to-Head

Matches played: 42

Argentina (wins): 30

Bolivia (wins): 7

Draws: 5

Predicted Lineups

Argentina predicted XI (4-4-2)

Emiliano Martinez (GK); Giay, Romero, Lisandro Martinez, Barco; Simeone, Paz, Fernandez, Gonzalez; Messi, Alvarez

Bolivia predicted XI (4-3-3)

Viscarra (GK); Medina, Torrez, Haquin, Fernandez; Cuellar, Lopez, Lima; Terceros, Martinez, Centella

Match Prediction

With the superior squad quality and the home advantage, Argentina will be fully confident. Bolivia are likely to struggle out there once again.

Lionel Messi and company might come out on top to secure a victory.

Prediction: Argentina 3-1 Bolivia

Telecast Details

Argentina: TyC Sports Argentina, Telefe Argentina, TyC Sports Play, mitelefe

Bolivia: Futbol Canal

USA: ViX, TUDN Radio

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