World Cup Preview | Argentina vs Saudi Arabia Prediction
Argentina will start its World Cup campaign versus Saudi Arabia. Arguably the weakest side in Group C, the Saudis can only hope not to lose by a big margin in this game. As for Argentina, it is a great warm-up game that will allow them to slowly build up their form.
The game starts on 22 November and will be played at the Lusail Iconic Stadium. To determine what will happen, please take a look at our Argentina vs Saudi Arabia prediction.
Argentina vs Saudi Arabia – Form and Team News
Argentina is on a massive unbeaten streak that threatens to overshadow the all-time unbeaten international record. They have not lost 35 games in a row, which dates back to September 2019. It is their form and the mentality of coach Lionel Scaloni that give Albicelestes its strength.
At the same time, this just might be the final chance for Lionel Messi to bring his country the coveted trophy. It is also the only trophy missing from Messi’s trophy case as he finally broke the curse by winning the Copa America with Argentina in 2021.
Meanwhile, the Saudi team has made it to the tournament for the second time in a row, after missing the previous two. But we don’t expect them to achieve anything more than simply being here.
The Falcons are one of the most dominant teams in Asia but have not been able to display the same success on the World level. They just might end up as cannon fodder to a very motivated Argentina side.
Argentina vs Saudi Arabia – Starting Lineups
Lionel Scaloni is expected to start this match with all of his best players on tap. The first game of the tournament is often the most important one, so securing three points is a must for Albicelestes.
- Argentina: GK: Emiliano Martinez; DEF: Nicolas Otamendi, Cristian Romero, Nicolas Tagliafico, Nahuel Molina; MID: Rodrigo De Paul, Guido RodrÃguez, Alexis Mac Allister; ATC: Lionel Messi, Lautaro Martinez, Julian Alvarez.
- Saudi Arabia: GK: Mohammed Al Owais: DEF: Yasir Al Shahrani, Mohammed Al Breik Ali Al Bulaihi Hassan Tambakti, MID: Salem Al Dawsari, Mohammed Kanno, Abdulelah Al Malki, Sami Al Najei, ATC: Firas Al Buraikan, Haitham Asiri.
Argentina vs Saudi Arabia – Betting Tips
Argentina is a massive favourite and their odds to win against Saudi Arabia are 1.20. It is hard to predict that the Saudis can even take a point away from Argentina. Our Argentina vs Saudi Arabia prediction does point to an easy Argentine win, but we propose betting on goals than on the actual winner of the match.
Over 2.75 stands at 1.73 odds. But we also advise going for 4 or more at 2.38 as we predict that this one is going to end in a blowout.
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