Simon Dalton presents his prediction for the 2026 FIFA world cup qualifying match.
Argentina
The side confidently confirms their world champions title. They have won all 14 games after the World Cup final, scoring 34 goals. They’re currently first, 5 points ahead of the second position. If they beat Uruguay the gap will reach 8 points. Lautaro Martínez and Ángel Di María are back to the squad, having recovered from their injuries.
Uruguay
You may call them a top national team without a doubt. They currently have one of the strongest generations in history. Just pay attention to midfielders Ugarte - Valverde - Bentancur. Darwin Núñez is in perfect form now, just like Luis Suárez. Marcelo Bielsa was impressed by the form of the 36-years old forward and included him in the squad. Uruguay have scored at least two goals in 3 of their last 4 games.
Argentina vs Uruguay prediction
Argentina is the only team of this qualifying round that hasn’t lost a point yet. However, it’s going to be hard for them to keep on this way. Uruguay have a brilliant attacking line, led by Luis Suárez in his perfect form. He scored 23 goals and made 16 assists in all tournaments during the last Brazilian season.
Both teams have great offensive lines, which means that it’s likely that we’ll see goals.
