Argentina vs Brazil: World Cup Qualifiers Match Preview, Prediction, Head-to-Head, Where to Watch, Team News, and Lineups

 

The stage is set for one of football’s biggest rivalries as Argentina takes on Brazil in a crucial FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier at Estadio Mas Monumental in Buenos Aires on Tuesday, March 25, 2025. With both teams fighting for a place in the World Cup, this high-stakes encounter promises intense action.

Match Details

Date: Tuesday, March 25, 2025

Kick-off Time: 8:00 PM local time (11:00 PM GMT)

Venue: Estadio Mas Monumental, Buenos Aires, Argentina

Where to Watch

UK: Premier Sports 1, streaming via Premier Sports Player

USA: Universo, Telemundo, streaming on FuboTV, TyC Sports, ViX

Canada: OneSoccer

Australia: Optus Sport

Team News and Predicted Lineups

Argentina Team News

Argentina will be without their captain Lionel Messi, who is sidelined due to a groin injury. In addition, Nicolás González is suspended after receiving a red card in their last match. Despite these setbacks, Argentina remains a strong force, with Ángel Di María, Julián Álvarez, and Paulo Dybala expected to lead the attack.

Predicted Lineup (4-3-3):

Goalkeeper: Emiliano Martínez

Defenders: Gonzalo Montiel, Cristian Romero, Nicolás Otamendi, Marcos Acuña

Midfielders: Rodrigo De Paul, Leandro Paredes, Giovani Lo Celso

Forwards: Ángel Di María, Julián Álvarez, Paulo Dybala

Brazil Team News

Brazil also faces key absences, including Neymar, Alisson Becker, and Gerson, who are all injured. Additionally, Gabriel Magalhães and Bruno Guimarães are suspended. Vinícius Júnior, Raphinha, and Rodrygo will be crucial in leading Brazil’s attack.

Predicted Lineup (4-3-3):

Goalkeeper: Ederson

Defenders: Danilo, Marquinhos, Éder Militão, Alex Telles

Midfielders: Casemiro, Lucas Paquetá, Fabinho

Forwards: Raphinha, Vinícius Júnior, Rodrygo

Head-to-Head Record

Argentina and Brazil have clashed numerous times in football history. In their last five meetings:

Argentina Wins: 3

Brazil Wins: 1

Draws: 1

Their last encounter ended in a 1-0 victory for Argentina in November 2023 during the World Cup qualifiers.

Recent Form

Argentina:

Uruguay 0-1 Argentina – March 21, 2025

Argentina 1-0 Peru – November 20, 2024

Paraguay 2-1 Argentina – November 14, 2024

Argentina 6-0 Bolivia – October 16, 2024

Venezuela 1-1 Argentina – October 10, 2024

Brazil:

Brazil 2-1 Colombia – March 21, 2025

Brazil 1-1 Uruguay – November 20, 2024

Venezuela 1-1 Brazil – November 14, 2024

Brazil 4-0 Peru – October 16, 2024

Chile 1-2 Brazil – October 11, 2024

Match Prediction

With both teams missing key players, this match could be a closely fought battle. Argentina’s strong home record and defensive stability give them a slight edge. However, Brazil’s young attacking talent, led by Vinícius Júnior, could pose a serious threat.

Prediction: Argentina 2-1 Brazil