Argentina hosts Chile in round 5 of the World Cup qualification. The match will be played on Friday, June 4th at Estadio Unico Madre de Ciudades (Santiago del Estero)
Argentina failed the World Cup in Russia. After the final of 2014, the national team managed to leave the tournament already in the 1/8 finals. Moreover, Albiceleste progressed from the group with huge difficulties. Well, the upcoming world championship will probably be the last for Messi and many other leaders. But first Argentina needs to advance there. So far, it seems that the team will be able to avoid the hassle of 2017. Last fall the Argentines gained 10 out of 12 possible points. But at the same time, they lost points in the home match against Paraguay. Peru, Ecuador, and weak Bolivia were beaten. Let’s note that the injured Dybala and Roberto Pereira were not called up, but there are some interesting debutants (Emiliano Martinez, defenders of Atalanta Palomino and Romero, and playmaker of Norwich Buendia).
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Chile came to Russia only for the Confederations Cup. The Reds failed to make it to the World Cup, which became one of the qualification sensations. And after two victories in a row, there was only 4th place at Copa America in 2019. But most importantly, the Chileans started the new qualification cycle unsuccessfully. They missed a draw with Uruguay, conceding a decisive goal in the 93rd minute. Then, being ahead 2-1 at home, the Reds allowed the Colombians to equalize in added time. Yes, Chile managed to deal with Peru in November, but that victory was followed by the defeat to Venezuela. Not surprisingly, the national team got a new coach in 2021, Argentinean Lasarte. He made his debut with a victory, but it was gained over modest Bolivia in a friendly match.
Argentina has not lost to Chile since 2008. But with a caveat — except for the penalty shootouts, which became fatal at Copa America in 2015 and 2016. Now Argentina should win at the native stadium. And taking into account not the best form of Chile, we recommend betting on the hosts to win with a -1 handicap.
Prediction for the match: Argentina to win with -1.0 handicap
