World Cup Qualifiers: Argentina vs Brazil – Injury News, Injury Update, Predicted Lineups and More

Key Injuries, Predicted Lineups & Match Preview for the Clash of the South American Giants on March 25.

Argentina will be looking to solidify their place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup as they take on arch-rivals Brazil in Buenos Aires on Tuesday. Lionel Scaloni’s side currently lead the CONMEBOL rankings with 28 points. Whereas Brazil are sitting in third place, trailing Las Albicelestes by seven points.

Argentina have not secured their qualification to the 2026 World Cup yet. Even so, they’ve taken a significant step closer after their hard-fought 1-0 win against Uruguay last Friday. The whole team traveled for their matches in March without their captain Lionel Messi because of a muscle injury.

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Thiago Almada’s stunning second-half strike sealed the win in their first game. This ended a three-match winless run in World Cup qualifiers away games. Whereas Brazil are finding form after a slow and shaky start to their campaign. The Selecao have now put together a five-game unbeaten streak.

This includes a dramatic 2-1 victory they managed against Colombia in their latest match last week. However, their struggles in away games continue. They’ve won only one of their last five World Cup qualifiers away games. Here’s the team news and injury updates that can affect the game for both teams.

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Argentina Injury News

Argentina are without their captain and ace Lionel Messi, who is recovering from an adductor injury. Along with him, two men on the front – Lautaro Martinez and Paulo Dybala – are also unavailable with their respective injuries. Nico Gonzalez received a red card in their match against Uruguay, so he will serve out a suspension against Brazil.

Rodrigo De Paul was rested in the previous match. The coach could bring him back to the starting lineup if he is fit enough. He will likely be replacing Leandro Paredes in the starting XI. Argentina have won seven of their last eight qualifiers at home. They’re boasting 11 clean sheets in their last 12 home matches.

Argentina probable starting lineup:

Martinez; Tagliafico, Otamendi, Romero, Molina; Mac Allister, De Paul; Almada, Fernandez, Simeone; Alvarez

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Brazil Injury News

Brazil have been without Ederson and Neymar because of injuries this month. Whereas, Alisson Becker and Gerson have withdrawn after they picked up knocks in Selecao’s last game against Colombia. It is expected that Bento will start in goal, with Andre likely to replace Gerson in the engine room.

Defender Gabriel Magalhaes and midfielder Bruno Guimaraes will serve a suspension. In their absence, Leo Ortiz and Joelinton could take their places. Brazil have struggled in away matches in the qualifiers. Even so, they will be looking for their first win against Argentina since the 2019 Copa America semi-finals.

Brazil probable starting lineup:

Bento; Arana, Ortiz, Marquinhos, Vanderson; Vinicius, Raphinha, Rodrygo, Andre, Joelinton; Pedro

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Moumita Dutta

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Football writer at The Playoffs. I’ve been obsessed with the beautiful game since I was a kid.. Eventually, I realized I could combine my passion for writing with my love for football, and I’ve never looked back. My favorite part of the job is everything—when you’re doing what you love, even a late-night deadline feels like extra time in a thrilling cup final. Lastly, Lionel Messi is the GOAT.