Argentina is set to face Venezuela in a friendly match scheduled for this evening in Miami. The game will take place at 9 PM at the Hard Rock Stadium, where Argentina previously celebrated their Copa América 2024 victory against Colombia.
Argentina’s Preparation and Strategy
Argentina comes into this match after an impressive performance in the South American World Cup qualifiers, finishing first with 38 points, which is nine ahead of the second-place team, Ecuador. Coach Lionel Scaloni has expressed a cautious approach regarding player injuries, especially concerning star player Lionel Messi, who has been playing several consecutive matches with Inter Miami. As a result, Messi may not start in today’s game.
Argentina is expected to field an alternative squad to provide valuable playing time for players with limited experience on the international stage. This strategy is crucial as the team prepares for the upcoming World Cup in the United States, Canada, and Mexico in 2026.
Venezuela’s Challenges
On the other hand, Venezuela comes into the match following a disappointing result in the World Cup qualifiers. They had the chance to qualify for the playoff match but suffered a heavy defeat against Colombia, losing 6-3. This result, combined with Bolivia’s surprising win over Brazil, eliminated Venezuela’s hopes for qualification.
How to Watch Argentina vs. Venezuela
The match will kick off at 9 PM and can be viewed live in Argentina on cable channel TyC Sports and on free-to-air Telefe. For those interested in digital streaming, the game will be available on platforms such as Flow, Telecentro Play, and Directv Go, as well as through the MiTelefe app.
Predicted Lineups
| Argentina | Venezuela |
|---|---|
| Emiliano Martínez or Gerónimo Rulli | José Contreras |
| Gonzalo Montiel | Jon Aramburu |
| Cristian Romero | Carlos Vivas |
| Marcos Senesi | Teo Quintero |
| Nicolás Gonzalez | Nahuel Ferraresi |
| Alexis Mac Allister | Luis Balbo |
| Leandro Paredes | Cristian Cásseres |
| Enzo Fernández or Giovani Lo Celso | Telasco Segovia |
| Nicolás Paz | Jorge Yriarte |
| Lautaro Martínez | Kevin Kelsy |
| Julián Álvarez | Jovanny Bolívar |
Argentina vs. Venezuela promises to be an intriguing matchup, with both teams looking to make an impact on the pitch. Fans can tune in to see how the game unfolds.
