It could be a celebration night for Argentina tomorrow if they avoid defeat in the Brazilian struggling in Buenos Aires.
Last week’s victory in Uruguay – with the courtesy of Thiago Almada’s wonderful target – pushed Lionel Scaloni’s men on the brink of qualifications for the next summer’s World Cup finals as they seek to defend the crown they won in the 20th Cup.
For these colors 🩵🤍 pic.twitter.com/MZM8jffit6
– Argentina in English (@Afaseccionen) group 22 March 2025
Almada returned to a refreshed forward line missing by Lionel Messi, Lautaro Martinez and Paulo Dybala to win the unique goal in Montevideo.
Scaloni later said: “We had some very important absences, but we have great players to go out on the pitch. The team is always more than the names.”
Argentina can even qualify before the Brazilian game if Bolivia does not beat Uruguay in a component that starts four hours earlier.
Either way, La Albicleste is in a very strong position, as is Brazil for which Colombia’s victory last week means it is almost certain to move on.
Paris defender, Marquinhos, said: “We knew how important this could be after two draws and our place on the table.
“The victory gave us a little tranquility, but here in the national team we will never be satisfied just because we won.”
The midfielder of Wolves Matheus Cunha could start against Argentina and believes that the two sides are very closely matched.
“I don’t think they are at a higher level,” he said. “I think, with value, they have a lot of know -how because of their titles. We have to respect this and recognize the good time they live.
“But I face a week of Argentina, the week out – enzo (Fernandez) or (alexis) Mac Allister and I think we have a level as high as their own.
“I don’t think they have an advantage because they are 11 against 11.”
The game does not need additional spice but Raphinha has promoted fires in an explosive interview With former Brazilian striker Romario, who said “f ***” Argentina and said they would beat them “from and out of the court if needed”.
Vini Jr., ladies and gentlemen! 🤯
It’s the best in the world, no way! 🇧🇷
This is Brazil! 💚💛
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– CBF Futebol (@cbf_Futebol) 22 March 2025
News team for Argentina against Brazil
Argentina has lost Winger Nico Gonzalez in suspension after the delayed dismissal of the substitute against Uruguay. Scaloni could name the same side that showed plenty of axis against Marcelo Bielsa men.
Brazil also has suspension issues with Arsenal Gabriel defender and Newcastle Bruno Guimaraes’ Middle Ages is prohibited. Gerson and Alisson are not available through injury.
Argentina: Martinez; Molina, Romero, otamendi, tagliafico. Mac Allister, Paredes, Fernandez. Simeone, Almada, Alvarez
Brazil: Bento; Wesley, Marquinhos, Murillo, Guilherme Arana. Andre, Joelinton, Rodrygo. Raphinha, Savinho, Vinicius jr
How to watch Argentina by Brazil: TV and prophylactic options
You can watch the game in the UK at the Premier Sports. Kick Off is midnight on Tuesday to Wednesday and cover begins at 11.55pm.
It can be transmitted to the Premier Sports application.
