Uruguay vs Argentina Odds, Team News, & Predictions – 03/21/2025

The Argentine national team will travel to Montevideo on Friday, March 21, to face Uruguay in a FIFA World Cup qualifier at the Centenario Stadium.

Know more about the odds, team news, picks, and predictions for the crucial FIFA World Cup qualifier between Uruguay and Argentina here.

Where to watch Uruguay vs Argentina

Here is when and where to watch the clash between Uruguay and Argentina.

Date: 03/21

Time: 07:30 pm ET

Location: Centenario Stadium, Montevideo

Where to watch: The match can be watched on Fanatiz.com, Fubo TV, and DAZN in the USA

Uruguay vs Argentina Preview

Both Uruguay and Argentina are well-placed in terms of qualification to the 2026 FIFA World Cup as the 2022 FIFA World Cup winners and the 2010 FIFA World Cup semi-finalists are placed 1st and 2nd respectively with the likes of Colombia and Brazil also sitting on automatic qualification spots.

The last major fixture between the two sides was played out in November 2023 at La Bombonera in Buenos Aires where Uruguay stunned a star-studded Argentina side 2-0 courtesy of goals from Ronaldo Araujo and Darwin Nunez.

Uruguay

Marcelo Bielsa’s men are currently in second position with 20 points from 12 matches as the former Leeds United manager is doing the best with the resources available to him. In the last international break, La Celeste defeated Colombia 3-2 with the winning goal scored in the 11th minute of additional time followed by a 1-1 draw against Brazil.

Bielsa will have most of his players available as Ronaldo Araujo is back from his injury and a well-stacked midfield will carry Bielsa’s hopes of narrowing the gap between the side to two points.

Argentina

La Albiceleste are currently leading the pack and are in a very comfortable position with 25 points from 12 matches with 8 wins, 1 draw, and 3 losses in the campaign so far. Lionel Scaloni’s men went down to Paraguay in a shock defeat during the last international window followed by a slender win against Peru which helped them put one foot in the 2026 World Cup team pool.

Lionel Messi is not available to face Uruguay and Brazil as Messi suffered an adductor injury in the match against Atlanta United after missing three of Inter Miami’s matches earlier in March. Lautaro Martinez will also be missing both fixtures due to a hamstring injury along with absentees Paulo Dybala, Lisandro Marinez, Giovani Lo Celso, and Gonzalo Montiel.

Uruguay vs Argentina Under/Over Predictions

The Playoffs aim to facilitate the safest bets for the game. Have a look at the predictions for the game below.

Uruguay Total goals Over 1.5 @ +200 (MGM Bet): Darwin Nunez has never convinced Liverpool fans that he is ready to be their No.9 but the striker is the first-choice for Uruguay to lead the line and would be supported by skipper Federico Valverde who is in top form for Real Madrid.

Uruguay vs Argentina Player Picks

Julian Alvarez (To Score a Goal @ +280 as per MGM Bet): For once, Julian Alvarez will be the main man in attack for Argentina with his Atletico Madrid teammate Angel Correa supporting him or deputizing for him depending on the formation.

Alvarez has scored 23 goals and provided 5 assists in 44 appearances for Atletico in the 2024-25 season and Scaloni would be regretting his decision to drop Alejandro Garnacho after the injuries to Messi and Martinez leaving them very thin in attacking options.

Uruguay vs Argentina Match Prediction

A weakened Argentina side would be travelling to Uruguay and Scaloni might be happy to walk away with just a point as results elsewhere could secure Argetina’s qualification for the 2026 edition of the FIFA World Cup.

Our Final Prediction: A 2-1 win for Uruguay looks the most likely result as Bielsa would be hoping that his side closes the gap on Argentina with a trip to Bolivia awaiting them next.

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