Argentina hopes to return from last week's disappointing defeat when they host Peru in a CONMEBOL World Cup qualifier on Tuesday.
Lionel Messi and his teammates lost 2-1 against Paraguay, meaning they have won just one of their last four World Cup qualifiers.
Meanwhile, Chile held Peru to a 0-0 draw in their previous match and is currently out of the standings.
Argentina vs Peru lineups, team news
Due to injuries, Cristian Romero and Lisandro Martinez will miss this match for Argentina.
Therefore, Argentina should start with Nicolas Otamendi and Leonardo Balerdi as the center of defense for this match. Lionel Messi will continue to lead their attack, which is linked with Julain Alvarez on the wings.
Expected Argentina formation (4-2-3-1, from right to left): E Martinez (GK) - Molina, Balerdi, Otamendi, Tagliafico - De Paul, Fernandez - Messi, Mac Allister, Alvarez-L Martinez.
Injuries: Romero, Lisandro
Suspension: None
Apart from Pablo Guerrero, who will have a late fitness test before this match, Peru has no other fitness concerns for this match.
If Guerrero cannot start, Gianluca Lapadula should take his place in the starting lineup. Sergio Pena could start in midfield despite being substituted at half-time in Peru's draw against Chile.
Expected eleven for Peru (3-5-2, from right to left): Caceda (GK) - Corzo, Araujo, Callens - Polo, Sonne, Cartagena, Pena, Advincula - Guerrero, Valera.
Injured: Guerrero (doubtful)
Suspended: None
What time does Argentina vs Peru kick off?
This CONMEBOL World Cup qualifier will take place at the Alberto José Armando Stadium in Buenos Aires, Argentina, and will begin on Tuesday, November 19 at 9:00 p.m.
Here's how the kickoff time translates across U.S. time zones:
- Eastern Time (ET): Tuesday, Nov. 19, at 7:00 p.m.
- Central Time (CT): Tuesday, Nov. 19, at 6:00 p.m.
- Mountain Time (MT): Tuesday, Nov. 19, at 5:00 p.m.
- Pacific Time (PT): Tuesday, Nov. 19, at 4:00 p.m.
Argentina vs Peru Prediction
Argentina are unbeaten in this fixture and has won 10 of their last 14 meetings with Peru, which gives them a huge morale boost ahead of this match.
Lionel Scaloni's side have suffered a slight dip in form in recent matches. However, they should easily beat the second-to-last team in the CONMEBOL World Cup qualifiers and move one step closer to their place at the 2026 World Cup
Prediction: Argentina 3-0 Peru
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