Frank Christian
Argentina, fresh off their 2024 Copa America victory, resumes their 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign against Chile at the Estadio Mas Monumental.
Leading the CONEMBOL standings with 15 points, Argentina defeated Brazil 1-0 in their last qualifier, with Nicolas Otamendi scoring the winning goal.
Chile currently sits in eighth place, two spots away from direct qualification, having won only one of their six matches so far.
Here are the key details, including how to watch the match, kickoff times, and lineup news, from The Sporting News.
Argentina vs. Chile Live Stream, TV Channel in the UK
To watch this CONMEBOL World Cup Qualifiers match in the UK:
- TV Channel: Premier Sports 1
- Live Stream: Premier Sports Player
The game will be broadcast live on Premier Sports 1 in the UK. It can also be streamed on Premier Sports Player.
If you can’t watch the game live in your area or if you’re traveling, you can use a Virtual Private Network (VPN) to access your favorite streaming services securely.
When Does Argentina vs. Chile Kick Off in the UK?
This CONMEBOL World Cup Qualifiers match kicks off at the Estadio Mâs Monumental in Buenos Aires, Argentina, on Thursday, September 5 at 9:00 p.m. local time (ART).
For UK fans, this translates to Friday, September 6, at 1:00 a.m. BST.
| Date | Friday, Sep. 6 |
| Kick-off Time | 1:00 a.m. BST |
| Venue | Estadio Mâs Monumental |
| Location | Buenos Aires, Argentina |
Argentina vs. Chile Lineups, Predicted Starting 11, Team News
Argentinian star Lionel Messi is out due to an ankle injury sustained during the Copa America final.
Chile’s Claudio Bravo has retired at 41, while Alexis Sanchez and Diego Valdes are sidelined with injuries.
Eduardo Vargas and Ben Brereton Diaz are expected to lead Chile’s attack.
Prediction for Argentina vs. Chile
This match sets the stage for an intriguing battle as Argentina aims to underline their dominance, while Chile seeks redemption. Despite Messi’s absence, Argentina’s quality should secure them a victory.
Prediction: Argentina 2-0 Chile
