Lionel Messi is likely to play his last competitive game for Argentina on home soil as the World Cup champions face Venezuela in Buenos Aires. Although Messi hasn’t announced any plans regarding his retirement yet, he confirmed last week that he expects the match against Venezuela to be his last time playing at home in a World Cup qualifier.
Following Inter Miami’s advancement to the Leagues Cup final, Messi said, “It’s going to be a very, very special match for me because it’s the last qualifying match.”
Argentina Vs. Venezuela
The main attraction of this match is that it will likely be Lionel Messi’s last official game for Argentina on home soil. Messi, Argentina’s top scorer, will receive a thunderous ovation as he steps onto the Argentina pitch in an emotional farewell.
Argentina has already qualified for next summer’s World Cup. It is a very different scenario for Venezuela as their fate at the CONMEBOL qualifiers hangs in the balance. Venezuela will play arguably the two most important games in its history this international break. They will aim to qualify for the World Cup for the first time in their history. They currently rank seventh, with Colombia four points ahead in sixth and Bolivia just one point back in eighth.
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Predicted Line-Ups
- Predicted Argentina Line-Up (4-3-3): Martínez (GK); Molina, Romero, Otamendi, Tagliafico; De Paul, Paredes, Mac Allister; Messi, Álvarez, Almada.
- Predicted Venezuela Line-Up (4-2-3-1): Romo (GK); Aramburu, Ferraresi, Ángel, Navarro; Casseres Jr., Pereira; Savarino, Segovia, Soteldo; Rondón
What Time Does Argentina vs. Venezuela Kick-Off?
- Date: Thursday, 5 September
- Time: 7:30 p.m. ET / 4:30 p.m. PT / 12:30 a.m. BST (Sept 5) / 5:00 a.m. (Sept 5)
- Venue: Estadio Mâs Monumental, Buenos Aires, Argentina
Where to Watch Argentina vs Venezuela Live in India?
- Broadcast: The CONMEBOL qualifiers clash between Argentina and Venezuela will not be televised in India.
- Live Streaming: The CONMEBOL qualifiers clash between Argentina and Venezuela will be available for live streaming on FanCode.
Conclusion
Lionel Messi’s farewell on Argentine soil marks more than just the end of a match; it symbolizes the closing of a glorious chapter in football history. Messi has given his country moments that will live on for generations, leaving all the fans eternally grateful. As he takes his final bow before the home fans, the world is reminded that while eras may end, legends never fade. His legacy in Argentina is eternal, and the love of the fans will echo long after his retirement.
Written by: Thillai Ritvik
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