The first match Argentina played in the 2022 FIFA World Cup went in a way that nobody expected. Likewise, the football giant now faces the danger of being eliminated in the Group Stage. As such, the talented players of the Argentine team need to bag this match.
Mexico too desperately needs to win this match. And since they closed their first match in a draw in the 2022 World Cup, the Mexican squad needs to pull off a victory twice like their opponent Argentina.
And here we bring their history, lineup, and odds of their match. Starting with the history between Mexico and Argentina:
Over the years, Argentina and Mexico met in 35 games. Similarly, in those 35 matches, Argentina holds a slight lead with a win of 16 games. While Mexico won fourteen of 35 faceoffs, five ended in a draw.
Currently, though, the Argentine squad holds a better lineup on paper. However, as seen in their match with Saudi Arabia, things hardly go as planned on the football field. And in recent games, the Mexican squad had troubles like any team.
And for the first time, Argentina met Mexico in the first-ever world cup. And even then, the Argentine team won by a landslide. But will they be able to do the same once more? We are a few hours away from knowing the match's outcome.
For the majority of fans watching the game tonight, they placed their bets on Argentina. Although their first game started shakily, a victorious comeback always puts the fans over the edge.
More than half of the fans watching placed their bets on Argentina. Likewise, around 64% of fans are betting on the Argentine squad. Besides, about 23% of fans voted for a draw. And finally, the die-hard Mexican fans placed their bets in their nation.
In this all-star match, we will witness one of the biggest rivalries in football. Argentina and Mexico have played against each other for many years. And today's game will decide if they will continue their journey to the 2022 World Cups.
And as for the players to watch out for, well Lionel Messi is undoubtedly one of them. Similarly, on the offensive side, joining him will be Loutaro Martinez. On the other side of the field, Jorge Sanchez and co will be vital for Mexico in the upcoming match. And while the defense is essential, Mexico's star forwards Alexis Vega and his mates will have the job of scoring goals.