Argentina vs Venezuela Preview & Prediction | 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifying (CONMEBOL)
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Although it isn’t confirmed at this point, this fixture in Buenos Aires could very well be the last time that Lionel Messi represents his country on home soil.
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How to watch on TV: UK – Premier Sports / US – Not televised
How to watch online: UK – Premier Player / US – Fanatiz
Key stats
- Argentina have lost only one of the previous 17 World Cup qualifying matches between these teams (W13 D3). The only defeat was a 1-0 loss in Venezuela in October 2011.
- Argentina have lost only two of the 28 international matches between these teams (W23 D3).
- Argentina have won seven and drawn one of their previous eight World Cup qualifying matches at home against Venezuela.
- Argentina have lost only one of their last 21 World Cup qualifying matches at home (W14 D6).
- Venezuela are without a win in their last 17 World Cup qualifying matches away from home (D2 L15). Last victory was in October 2017 v. Paraguay (W 1-0).
Argentina vs Venezuela prediction
Despite the fact that Argentina have already qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, and will comfortably top the CONMEBOL standings in the process, this fixture carries an extra significance as it could very well be Lionel Messi’s final competitive game in his native Argentina.
The world champions entertain a Venezuela side who currently occupy the inter-confederation play-off spot, just one point ahead of Bolivia, so they have plenty to play for as they chase a first ever appearance at the World Cup.
Their fate is likely to go to the last fixture though; they tend to struggle on the road and are facing an opponent who will do everything in their power to give Messi a match to remember in Buenos Aires.
Backing the great man to get on the scoresheet is rarely a bad idea, and it could well be written in the script here.
Argentina vs Venezuela tip: Lionel Messi to score anytime
