Argentina managed to win the Copa America again last year. However, they were unable to defend their title at the World Cup. After battling their way to the final, they lost to Spain following a goal in extra time. They have since beaten Bolivia 4-0 and then scored seven unanswered goals against Burkina Faso. But everyone is waiting for the next match—and Lionel’s farewell.
Benin fought for a place at the World Cup. They collected 17 points, level with Nigeria and one fewer than South Africa, but finished only third in their group. At the Africa Cup of Nations, they were eliminated in the round of 16, although Egypt needed extra time to overcome the underdogs. In the new qualifying campaign, they opened with a draw against Burkina Faso. They even managed to beat Mauritania.
The former world champions score three goals per game while conceding 0.8. The African visitors average 0.9 goals scored and 1.5 conceded.
Previous matches: Argentina vs Benin
This will be the first meeting between the two sides.
The legend deserves to be sent off with a convincing victory. We are backing the South Americans with a “-3.5 goals” handicap (odds – 1.60).
Argentina vs Benin: key statistics and trends
Argentina have won four of their seven matches in 90 minutes
Both teams have scored in 50% of Argentina’s matches, while the average total goals per game is 3.8
Benin have won for the first time in four matches
Both teams have scored in 50% of Benin’s matches, while the average total goals per game is 2.4
Argentina vs Benin: possible starting lineups
Argentina play in a 1-4-3-3 formation (possible lineup): Emiliano Martinez – Jai, Romero, Otamendi, Tagliafico – De Paul, Enzo Fernandez, Lo Celso – Messi, Lautaro Martinez, Julian Alvarez
Benin play in a 1-4-2-3-1 formation (possible lineup): Dandjinou – Roche, Tijani, Azongnitode, Ourou – Hassan, D’Almeida – Olaitan, Tosin, Aloko – Ourou
