Two teams from the absolute polar ends of the qualification table face off as Chile hosts Argentina in the 15th match of the qualification round from South America for the FIFA World Cup 2026. For the host nation, it is the do-or-die option as they need to get some points out of this fixture, sitting at the 10th position out of the 10 teams playing in the qualification round, managing just 10 points out of the 14 matches played. For Argentina, this is a chance to consolidate their position at the top of the group, guaranteeing a favorable spot in the next World Cup.
Learn more about the odds, team news, picks, and predictions for this qualifier between Chile and Argentina:
Where to Watch Chile vs Argentina
Here is when and where to watch the clash between Chile vs Argentina:
Date: 06/06/2025
Time: 3AM CET
Location: Estadio Nacional Julio Martínez, Santiago, Chile.
Where to Watch: Movistar+ in Europe and FIFA+ in South America
Chile vs Argentina Preview
The return fixture for this game was played on September 6, 2024, where Argentina came victorious 3-0. The two teams have faced each other 14 times in recent history, with Argentina winning 9 times out of the 14 and the rest 5 being a draw. Thus, Chile did not manage to overcome Argentina in any of the recent fixtures in any competition.
Chile
The host nation is languishing in 10th place with almost no hopes of qualifying for the next stage of qualification. They have not managed to score in their last two matches and have won only twice in the last five matches in all competitions. A goal difference of minus 12 shows that they have also not been consistent in terms of goal scoring, whereas they have conceded 21 goals already in the qualification round itself.
Argentina
The current holders of the title, champions of the world, have gathered 31 points from the 14 matches played so far in the qualification round, sitting at the summit of the table with 10 wins, 1 draw, and 3 losses. They also boast a huge positive goal difference of plus 18 and have lost only once in their last 5 encounters, remaining unbeaten in their last 8 matches against the host nation. Their last defeat against Chile came almost a decade ago in regular time.
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Chile vs Argentina Under/Over Predictions
Total Goals Over 2.5 @ +105 as per BetMGM: With the champions of the world on display, Argentina’s attacking pedigree will be too much for Chile’s desperate defence, who has already conceded too many goals in the qualification round so far. Hence, Lionel Messi’s Argentina, on their away trip to Chile, will be expected to score more than two goals, according to BetMGM.
Chile vs Argentina Player Picks
Lionel Messi to score anytime @ +115 as per BetMGM: The Argentine No.10 Lionel Messi has scored 6 goals and 3 assists for the nation in this season and has also scored 15 goals for Inter Miami in the Major League Soccer so far in the campaign and will once again be on the cards to get his name on the score sheet against Chile captaining his squad.
Lautaro Martinez to score anytime @ +145 as per FanDuel: The Inter Milan striker had a great season, but sadly missed out on the big trophies towards the end of the season, losing the Champions League final and the Scudetto on the last matchday. The Argentine number 9 will look forward to adding to his stellar season, where he scored 22 goals in the season for Inter Milan.
Chile vs Argentina Predictions
While Chile continues to fight for survival and a miraculous return to the qualifying spot from the group of CONMEBOL, Argentina will approach this fixture trying to solidify their spot as the group champions and gaining a favourable draw in the group stages of the FIFA World Cup 2026.
Our Final Predictions: A 3-0 win for Argentina on away grounds will see Chile’s hopes of survival extinguished and enlighten the bright flames for the Argentinian squad as they keep their momentum high.
