The Argentine national team is preparing to face Paraguay in an important match for the South American Qualifiers. The match will take place at the Defensores del Chaco Stadium in Asunción, Paraguay, officiated by Colombian referee Wilmar Roldán and will be broadcasted on TyC Sports and Telefe. Argentina arrives as the leader with 22 points and seeks to secure its position in the standings.
The Paraguayan team, managed by Roberto Fernández, presents a probable lineup with players like Gustavo Gómez, Miguel Almirón, and Ramón Sosa. Paraguay is currently in sixth place in the standings, aiming to remain in the direct qualification zone for the next World Cup.
On the other hand, Argentine coach Gustavo Alfaro has managed to gather 13 points with the Albiceleste and is now looking to add three points in this visit to Paraguay. Lionel Messi, following his outstanding performance against Bolivia, will lead an attack that could include Julián Álvarez and Lautaro Martínez.
Regarding the Argentine formation, it is expected that coach Lionel Scaloni will align Emiliano Martínez in goal, with a defense composed of Nahuel Molina, Cristian Romero, Nicolás Otamendi, and Nicolás Tagliafico. In midfield, Rodrigo De Paul and Alexis Mac Allister will have their spots secured, while Giovani Lo Celso, Leandro Paredes, and Enzo Fernández are competing for a starting position.
In this crucial match for both teams, an intense game from the outset is expected. Paraguay will seek to add points to stay in the race for a World Cup spot, while Argentina will try to strengthen its position at the top of the standings. It will be an exciting clash between two teams looking to secure their qualification for the largest national team tournament.
