Argentina vs Saudi Arabia Live: The 2021 Copa America champions, Argentina is all set to chase its captain, Leo Messi’s dream of winning FIFA World Cup 2022 with renewed vigor. This edition is likely to be Leo Messi’s last chance to win the World Cup which is only missing in his trophy cabinet. Argentina has been drawn with Saudi Arabia, Mexico, and Poland in Group C. With the team looking far more settled than on previous occasions, it will be harsh not to consider them as one of the favorites to lift the biggest prize that football has to offer.
Argentina vs Saudi Arabia Live Preview
Argentina will begin their campaign against Saudi Arabia on 22 September at 3.30 PM IST at the Lusail Iconic Stadium in Group C. Lionel Messi & co would certainly want to start on a winning note. On the other hand, Saudi Arabia has qualified for the World Cup for the sixth time and it’s their first back-to-back since 2002 & 2006. The Green Falcons confirmed their World Cup berth following Japan’s victory over Australia in the qualification stage. It remains to be seen how the players perform on big stages.
Argentina is looking solid in all aspects, while Saudi Arabia will look to play out of its skin to shock Argentina. Apart from the ever-present Leo Messi, Angel Di Maria, Lautaro Martinez, and Lisandro Martinez will play crucial roles. Aston Villa goalkeeper, Emi Martinez has been a wonderful find as he will look to carry on the momentum from the recent international matches. Saudi Arabia also has a few players who pose a threat but teamwork should be paramount as Argentina is a strong favorite to top the group.
Argentina vs Saudi Arabia Live Match Date, Time, and Fixture
The exciting match between Argentina and Saudi Arabia in Group C will take place at the Lusail Iconic Stadium at 3.30 PM IST. This will be the opening match of the group as only two will make their way into the knockout stage.
Argentina vs Saudi Arabia FIFA World Cup 2022 Squad
Argentina Squad for FIFA World Cup 2022 Qatar
Goalkeepers: Emiliano Martínez, Franco Armani, and Gerónimo Rulli
Defenders: Gonzalo Montiel, Nahuel Molina, Germán Pezzella, Facundo Medina, Cristian Romero, Nehuén Pérez, Nicolás Otamendi, Lisandro Martínez, Nicolás Tagliafico, and Marcos Acuña.
Midfielder: Leandro Paredes, Angel di Maria, Guido Rodríguez, Enzo Fernández, Rodrigo de Paul, Alejandro Gómez, Giovani Lo Celso, and Alexis Mac Allister.
Forward: Paulo Dybala, Angel Correa, Angel Di Maria, Lionel Messi, Thiago Almada, Joaquín Correa, Lautaro Martínez, and Julián Álvarez.
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Saudi Arabia Squad for FIFA World Cup 2022
Goalkeepers: Mohammed Al-Owais, Fawaz Al-Qarni, Mohammed Al Rubai, Nawaf Al-Aqidi
Defenders: Hassan Tambakti, Abdullah Madu, Ahmed Bamsaud, Saud Abdulhamid, Yasser Al-Shahrani, Abdulelah Al-Amri, Ali Al-Bulaihi, Sultan Al-Ghanam (Al-Nassr)
Midfielders: Salman Al-Faraj, Hattan Bahebri, Salem Al-Dawsari, Nawaf Al-Abed, Ali Al-Hassan, Sami Al-Najei, Nasser Al-Dawsari, Awad Al-Nashri, Riyadh Sharahili, Mohamed Kanno, Fahad Al-Muwallad
Forwards: Firas al-Buraikan, Haroune Camara, Haitham Asiri. Fahad Al-mullawad
Argentina Playing XI vs Saudi Arabia
Emi Martinez, Cristian Romero, Nicholas Otamendi, Lisandro Martinez, Nicholas Tagliafico, Rodrigo De Paul, Guido Rodriguez, Angel Di Maria, Lionel Messi, Angel Correa, Lautaro Martinez
Saudi Arabia Playing XI vs Argentina
Mohammed Al-Owais, Hassan Tambakti, Abdullah Madu, Ahmed Bamsaud, Saud Abdulhamid, Salman Al-Faraj, Hattan Bahebri, Salem Al-Dawsari, Nawaf Al-Abed, Haitham Asiri. Fahad Al-Mullawad.
Argentina vs Saudi Arabia Combined XI
Emi Martinez, Lisandro Martinez, Nicholas Tagliafico, Hassan Tambakti, Abdullah Madu, Rodrigo De Paul, Angel Di Maria, Haitham Asiri. Fahad Al-Mullawad, Lionel Messi, Lautaro Martinez
Argentina vs Saudi Arabia Team prediction
As mentioned earlier, Argentina is going into the FIFA World Cup as one of its strong favorites. Saudi Arabi recently showed glimpses of hope, however, to derail Mess & co’s hope would be an uphill task. Our prediction is a 2-0 comprehensive victory for Argentina.
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