ARG vs BRA: Copa América has reached its business end. Two of the South American giant clubs have made it to the finals. Argentina and Brazil are set to face each other at the iconic Maracana Stadium to fight for the coveted title. On Saturday (according to IST, Sunday), two of the best individual players, Lionel Messi and Neymar Jr set to face each other for the first time in a major tournament.
Argentina defeated Columbia in the semifinals of the tournament to make it to the tournament. Lionel Messi led side made the task difficult for themselves as the game went on to penalties after a dull extra-time. In the penalty shoot-out, Emiliano Martinez saved the shots to help Argentina reach the finals.
On the other hand, Brazil won 1-0 against Peru to reach the summit game. They played like a superior side and reached the finals with the help of a solitary goal. Including the likes of Red and Casemiro, every other player is in fine form. An exciting final is on cards over the weekend.
Match Details
Match: Argentina vs Brazil
Date and Time: 11th July, 5:30 AM IST
Venue: Maracana Stadium, Brazil
ARG vs BRA Head to Head
Both sides have played 112 games in the past, with Selecao having the complete upper hand over La Albiceleste. Brazil have registered victory in 46 games, whereas they have lost 40 games against Argentina.
When these sides met last time in Riyadh, Lionel Messi’s solitary goal was enough to earn a victory for Argentina. With zero titles to his name in the international circuit, Argentina will hope to register one more victory against Brazil.
ARG vs BRA Predicted Playing XI
Argentina
Emiliano Martinez, Nicolas Tagliafico, Nicolas Otamendi, German Pezzella, Nahuel Molina, Giovanni Lo Celso, Leonardo Paredes, Rodri de Paul, Nico Gonzalez, Lautaro Martinez, Lionel Messi
Brazil
Ederson Moraes, Renan Lodi, Thiago Silva, Marquinhos, Danilo, Lucas Paqueta, Casemiro, Fred, Neymar Junior, Gabriel Jesus, Richarlison
ARG vs BRA Dream 11 Team Prediction
Goalkeeper: Ederson Moraes
Defenders: Thiago Silva, Alex Sandro, Nicolas Otamendi
Midfielders: Rodri de Paul, Leandro Paredes, Fred, Angel di Maria, Casemiro
Forwards: Lionel Messi (captain), Neymar Jr (vice-captain)
