Argentina vs Brazil matches are typically a spectacle, and Tuesday’s 2026 World Cup qualifying match in Buenos Aires will be no exception.
Current World Cup champions To secure their spot in the 2026 World Cup, Argentina needs to earn one more point from their remaining five qualifying matches. Argentina has so many superstars, even without Lionel Messi in their lineup this international window. Lionel Scaloni’s team defeated Uruguay 1-0 on Friday. With a victory over their fierce rivals Brazil, they would love to celebrate making it to the 2026 World Cup and throw a lavish party in Buenos Aires. They are currently leading the CONMEBOL qualifying standings.
Brazil’s great win over Colombia on Thursday has put them back on track in qualification and they currently hold third place in the standings. In a fierce match, Vinicius Junior won in the 99th minute, and Dorival Junior is lacking many key players. Brazil’s team is stacked, though, and when Raphinha, Vinicius, and Rodrygo work together on the counter, they are extremely dangerous. Brazil is aware that with four games left in qualifying, a victory over Argentina would offer them a chance to finish ahead of their bitter rivals.
How to Watch Argentina vs. Brazil Live: Stream Link & Start Time
Match Details:
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Start Time: 8:00 PM ET | Tuesday, March 25
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Venue: Mas Monumental Stadium – Buenos Aires, Argentina
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TV & Streaming (Spanish): Telemundo
Argentina Team News and Focus
Since Messi is out, someone else must obviously step up, and Julian Alvarez is under pressure to perform given that Lautaro Martinez is also out due to a muscle problem. The teenage attacker is enjoying a fantastic season at Atletico Madrid, and players like Enzo Fernandez and Alexis Mac Allister will provide him with opportunities in the midfield. Even without players like Lo Celso and Dybala, Argentina looks very strong in the midfield and defense, and their attack is quite creative. Argentina is a complete team, and they fully trust Scaloni’s leadership.
Brazil Team News & Key Focus
Brazil will be missing goalkeeper Alisson, who has returned to Liverpool due to an injury sustained during the match against Colombia after a significant clash with Davinson Sánchez. With Ederson also out, Bento is expected to take the position in goal.
The injury woes continue, as Brazil is already without Neymar, Gabriel Jesus, Gabriel Martinelli, Casemiro, Danilo, Éder Militão, Lucas Paquetá, Richarlison, and Antony. Additionally, key midfielders Gabriel and Bruno Guimarães are suspended after receiving yellow cards in the match against Colombia.
Despite these challenges, Brazil boasts a wealth of talent, featuring Premier League players like Joelinton, João Pedro, Matheus Cunha, André, Murillo, and Savinho. Given the need for squad rotation following a hard-fought victory over Colombia, Murillo, Cunha, and Joelinton may be poised to start as Dorival Júnior aims to keep his team energized.
Prediction for Argentina vs. Brazil
Key players on both sides will be out, but it won’t lessen the intensity of this competition, which is always intense. The attacking alternatives that Brazil has could be the difference in a game that is hotly contested. It should be an exciting match, with Brazil winning by a slim margin.
Prediction: Brazil 1-2 Argentina
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