Uruguay vs Argentina: World Cup 2026 Qualifiers Live Streaming and Match Preview

Argentina will play against Uruguay in the World Cup 2026 qualifiers at Estadio Centenario. Argentina leads the standings with 25 points while Uruguay is in third with 20 points. The match is notably significant as it can impact both teams’ positions in the qualifiers. Lionel Messi will miss the match due to injury, and predicted lineups are provided for both teams.
Argentina is set to face Uruguay in the 13th round of the FIFA World Cup 2026 South American qualifiers. The match will take place at Estadio Centenario in Montevideo on Friday. Argentina, the reigning World Cup champions, currently lead the CONMEBOL qualifiers with 25 points from 12 matches, while Uruguay is in third place with 20 points from the same number of games.
In their previous fixtures, Argentina secured a victory against Peru, who is positioned ninth in the standings. In contrast, Uruguay managed to earn a 1-1 draw against Brazil. Notably, Argentina will be without their star player Lionel Messi due to an injury. A draw for Uruguay could elevate them to second place in the standings, emphasizing the competitive nature of the qualifiers, where the top six teams earn a spot in the finals.
Predicted Lineups:
– Argentina: E Martinez (GK), Molina, Balerdi, Otamendi, Tagliafico, De Paul, Fernandez, Mac Allister, A. Correa, Alvarez, Gonzalez.
– Uruguay: Rochet (GK), Varela, Araujo, Gimenez, Saracchi, Ugarte, Valverde, Bentancur, Pellistri, Nunez, M. Araujo.
The match will be broadcasted live, and fans can also follow Sportstar’s live blog for continuous updates.
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In summary, the upcoming match between Argentina and Uruguay in the World Cup 2026 qualifiers promises to be highly competitive, with Argentina aiming to maintain their lead and Uruguay aspiring to improve their standings. The absence of Lionel Messi from the Argentine lineup adds another layer of intrigue, as both teams vie for crucial points in the race for qualification. Fans can stay updated through various platforms, including Sportstar’s live coverage.
Original Source: sportstar.thehindu.com