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FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers : Argentina vs Uruguay Preview, Lineups, Match Info and Time


Argentina vs Uruguay
MATCH INFO
MATCH :
 Argentina vs Uruguay
COMPETITION :
FIFA World Cup Qualifiers 2026
DATE:
17-11-2023
TIME:
 05.30 AM IST (UTC +5:30)
04.00 AM UAE 
STADIUM
Ground

Match Live Info


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Prediction and Preview

Argentina 2 - 1  Uruguay


Argentina Predicted lineup (4-3-3)
Martinez; Montiel, Romero, Otamendi, Tagliafico; De Paul, Mac Allister, Fernandez; Messi, Alvarez, Gonzalez

Uruguay Predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)
Rochet; Nández, Araujo, Cacares, Olivera; Valverde, Ugarte; Pellistri, De La Cruz, Araujo; Nunez

The upcoming November international break promises a monumental clash as Argentina and Uruguay, longstanding football rivals, go head-to-head in the World Cup 2026 qualifiers. This fiercely contested match, known as the Clásico Río de la Plata, holds immense significance not only for the teams but also for the passionate fanbases involved. Adding an extra layer of excitement, the iconic "La Bombonera" stadium, home to Boca Juniors, will host the event instead of the usual venue, River Plate's Estadio Monumental.

Argentina, the reigning World Cup champions, currently lead the standings with a flawless record of four wins, accumulating 12 points. On the other side, Uruguay holds the second spot with 7 points, sharing the position with Brazil and Venezuela but boasting a superior goal difference.

Scheduled for Matchday 5 in the CONMEBOL qualifiers, this fixture is anticipated to be a spectacle, with the change in venue to "La Bombonera" amplifying the historic rivalry between the two teams. The most notable development is the return of the legendary striker Luis Suárez to the Uruguayan national team. Suárez, Uruguay's all-time leading scorer with 68 goals, had been absent from recent call-ups but makes a comeback in scintillating form, having delivered impressive performances for Brazilian Série A side Grêmio (23 goals and 16 assists in 49 appearances across all competitions).

Intriguingly, there are rumors linking Suárez to a potential move to Miami ahead of the 2024 MLS season, a move that could reunite him with former FC Barcelona teammates Lionel Messi, Sergio Busquets, and Jordi Alba. The return of Suárez and the prospect of a reunion in Miami adds an intriguing subplot to an already highly anticipated match between Argentina and Uruguay.

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