Bolivia and Argentina face each other this Tuesday (11), at 5pm (Brasília time), at the Hernan Siles stadium, in La Paz, Bolivia, in a match valid for the second round of the South American Qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup.
WHERE TO WATCH:
- STADIUM: Hernando Siles Stadium;
- LOCAL: La Paz;
- STREAMING: SPORTTV;
- REFEREE: Esteban Ostojich.
Bolivia:
Last match: Bolivia faced Brazil in their last match and suffered a heavy defeat, losing 5-1. This result may have affected the team's confidence, and they will be eager to bounce back in front of their home fans.
The city of La Paz is located at an average altitude of about 3,650 meters above sea level. However, some areas of the city can reach even higher altitudes, meaning opposing players are exhausted to the extreme. The lower oxygen concentration can affect athletic performance, requiring special preparation and acclimatization time for athletes who are not accustomed to this altitude.
Argentina:
Last match: Argentina had a solid performance in their last match, beating Ecuador 1-0 with a goal from Lionel Messi. However, Messi is currently a doubt for the clash against Bolivia due to muscle wear, which could be a significant setback for the Argentine team. In his career, Messi has already scored eight goals against Bolivia and he will certainly try to score more.
HISTORY BETWEEN THE SELECTIONS
There are 41 matches between Bolivia and Argentina in history, with a great Argentine advantage: there are 29 wins, five draws and only seven Bolivian victories. The last meeting between the two teams was in the Qatar World Cup qualifiers, in 2022, with the brothers winning 3-0.
POSSIBLE SCALATIONS:
Bolivia: Carlos Lampe; Jairo Quinteros, Adrián Jusino, Marcelo Suárez; Diego Medina, Gabriel Villamil, Luciano Ursino, Víctor Ábrego, Miguel Terceros; Jaime Arrascaita, Marcelo Moreno.
Argentina: Martinez; Molina, Romero, Otamendi and Tagliafico; De Paul, Enzo Fernández, Alexis Mac Allister (Enzo Fernández); Messi, Julián Álvarez and Di María.
Upcoming clashes:
Argentina's next match will be against Paraguay, at home on 10/12, while Bolivia will face Ecuador, at home on the same day.
This game promises to be interesting, with many factors at play. The uncertainty surrounding Messi's participation and Bolivia's motivation after their defeat to Brazil add an extra layer of emotion. Football fans will certainly be eager to see how this match plays out.
