⁠Argentina vs Chile Predicted lineup, betting tips, odds, injury news, H2H, telecast | 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers

La Albiceleste are leading the standings after six games.

The reigning Copa America champions are back in action as they take on Chile and Colombia in the September FIFA Qualifying matches. Argentina are currently leading the charts with 15 points from the opening six matches as they aim to secure their passage to the FIFA World Cup 2026.

Lionel Scaloni has assembled an excellent team who have demonstrated their credentials as the best team in world football in recent years. They are now the holders of several prestigious silverware. 

Chile are going through a transition period after a poor tournament this summer. They failed to get past the group stage in Copa America. This has seen a change in the dugout with Ricardo Gareca taking the helm with the hope of guiding the team to a place in FIFA World Cup 2026.

However, La Roja face a difficult task after finding themselves in the eighth position with five points. These two matches against Argentina and Bolivia will be crucial in climbing the ladders as the top six sides are only guaranteed a place in the World Cup. 

Kick-Off:

Friday, 6 September 2024 at 1:00 AM UK, 5:30 AM IST

Location: Estadio Mas Monumental

Form:

⁠Argentina (in all competitions): W-W-D-W-W

Chile (in all competitions): L-W-D-L-D

Players to Watch

Lautaro Martinez (⁠Argentina)

Lautaro Martinez had a fantastic tournament for the team in the summer after guiding them to the Copa America title. His five goals helped him win the Golden Boot. Martinez has proven to be a reliable striker for Argentina in a short time after delivering some impressive performances upfront. So far, he has racked up 64 appearances for the national team scoring 29 goals. 

Ben Brereton Diaz (Chile)

The Southampton striker remains the key player for the team in the upcoming matches. Diaz has proved to be an excellent target man upfront after netting seven goals in 33 appearances for the Chile national team. His tall physique can help the team in set-pieces as he is a wonderful header of the ball. The forward also helps the team in linkup play with his fellow attackers. 

Match Facts

• Argentina are leading the charts with 15 points 
• Chile find themselves in the eighth position with five points
• Argentina are unbeaten in their last seven matches against Chile

⁠Argentina vs Chile: Betting tips and odds

• Tip 1: Lautaro Martinez to score a goal anytime – 6/4 with Vbet
• Tip 2: Argentina to win this game – 1/3 with William HILL
• Tip 3: Match to end with goals under 3.5– 3/10 with Bet365

Injury & Team News

Argentina will be without the services of Lionel Messi. He has been ruled out for these qualifiers due to injury. Nicolas Tagliafico will also miss out due to a calf injury. Marcos Acuña has been recalled to replace him. 

Meanwhile, Chile have appointed Argentinian Ricardo Gareca as the new head coach. He will be tasked to guide the team to a top-six finish in the qualifiers. There are no injury concerns for now as he aims to take in charge of his first game. 

Head to Head

Total Matches – 96

⁠Argentina – 63

Chile – 8

Draws – 25

Predicted Lineup

⁠Argentina predicted lineup (4-3-3):

Martinez (GK); Montiel, Romero, Martinez, Acuna; De Paul, Fernandez, Mac Allister; Gonzalez, Martinez, Alvarez

Chile predicted lineup (4-2-3-1):

G. Arias (GK); Isla, P. Diaz, Maripan, Galdames; Nunez, Echeverria; Osorio, Vargas, Davila; B. Diaz

Match Prediction for ⁠Argentina vs Chile

Despite missing their talisman Lionel Messi, Argentina remain the favourites to win this match. They still boast an incredible squad of world-class talents who are coming fresh from success in Copa America. Chile on their part, will be playing their first match under their new manager. We expect them to give a good fight to the champions. 

Prediction: ⁠Argentina 2-0 Chile

Telecast for ⁠Argentina vs Chile

India – TBD

UK – Premier Sports Player, Premier Sports 1

US –  ViX, Telemundo Deportes En Vivo

Nigeria – Startimes World Football

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