Argentina welcome Colombia to Estadio Mas Monumental on Wednesday morning for a decisive CONMEBOL 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier with contrasting stakes for both teams.
While Lionel Scaloni’s side has already sealed their place at next year’s global finals, Colombia’s campaign hangs in the balance as they cling onto the final automatic qualification spot with Venezuela only 3 points behind and only three games left.
🔵Argentina Seek 5th Straight Home Win in Qualifiers | Home Win = 1.64💵
The Albiceleste continued their dominant run by edging Chile 1-0 last week, extending their overall record to 11 wins in 15 matches and a 10-point cushion at the top of the table.
Despite qualification being secured, Scaloni’s men will want to keep their momentum. They’ve won all four home qualifiers in 2024 and 2025, scoring 3+ goals in three of those, including a 4-1 win over Brazil.
Since losing 2-0 to Uruguay in Buenos Aires in November 2023, Argentina have turned Estadio Mas Monumental into a fortress. Expect another intense showing in front of their home crowd.
🟡Colombia in Danger of Losing Final Spot | Away Win = 5.78💵
Nestor Lorenzo’s side started strong with an eight-game unbeaten run, but since their 2-1 win over Argentina in September, their form has collapsed — just one win in their last seven qualifiers.
Currently sixth with 21 points, Colombia are just three ahead of Venezuela and winless in five games. A loss in Buenos Aires could see their qualification hopes hinge on the final two matchdays.
Having lost to Uruguay, Ecuador, and Brazil recently, Los Cafeteros enter this clash in desperate need of a turnaround, but they face the most daunting task possible.
🗝️Key Players & Team News📰:
Julian Alvarez, who netted the winner against Chile, now has four goals in the qualifiers and remains crucial to Argentina’s fluid attack.
Lionel Messi could return to the starting XI after featuring off the bench last time out. With six goals, he shares the top scorer spot with Colombia’s Luis Diaz, who returns from suspension.
Colombia may be without Jhon Duran after his half-time withdrawal in the last game, but James Rodriguez, with a competition-best five assists and nine big chances created, remains a key playmaker.
🔢Match Stats & Betting Odds | Draw = 3.61💵
⚽Argentina have won four straight home games in the qualifiers across 2024 and 2025, scoring three or more goals in three of them. | Specials Market: Home/Draw & Over 2.5 = 2.60
⚽The last meeting between the two sides ended 2-1 in favour of Colombia — their last win in the series. | Special Market: Over 2.5 (O/U) & Yes (GG/NG) = 3.00
With Argentina’s place in the finals confirmed and Colombia fighting for survival, expect an intense night at the Monumental. Scaloni’s men want to extend their streak; Lorenzo’s team can’t afford another setback.
🔗 You can check out the FIFA World Cup Qualifier clash, Argentina vs Colombia, on MSport.
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A blockbuster clash unfolds at MHPArena in Stuttgart on Thursday as reigning champions Spain take on 2021 winners France in the semi-finals of the UEFA Nations League.
This blockbuster game is a rematch of the 2021 Nations League final, where France edged Spain 2-1, and the semi-finals of the 2024 Euros, which Spain won by the same scoreline.
Now, with both teams boasting stacked squads and points to prove (a certain Ballon d’Or apparently), another continental thriller awaits under the German sky.
🇪🇸Spain Chase Back-to-Back Nations League Titles | Spain Win = 2.44💵
Luis de la Fuente’s men are riding a 20-match unbeaten wave, with 15 wins and five draws since March 2023. They dispatched the Netherlands in a dramatic penalty shootout after two thrilling 2-2 draws in the quarters.
Spain has scored 2+ goals in 15 of those 20 matches, but clean sheets have eluded them in their last four Nations League outings. Still, they remain firm favourites on account of their being European Champions.
🇫🇷France Look to Reclaim UNL Glory | France Win = 3.23💵
Didier Deschamps' side mounted a comeback against Croatia in the quarters, overturning a 2-0 deficit before winning on penalties. That grit is a hallmark of Les Bleus, who are hungry for silverware again after Euro 2024 and World Cup near-misses.
France, boasting four wins, one draw and one defeat in their last 6 games, has alternated between wins and losses in their last five games against Spain (W2 L3), showing how finely balanced this rivalry is.
Despite defensive absentees like Upamecano, Saliba and Kounde, France boasts elite depth. Europe’s top scorer, Kylian Mbappe, is closing in on 50 international goals, while Dembele, Doue, and Olise are in devastating form.
🗝️Key Players & Team News📰:
Spain is without Rodri and Ferran Torres, but Gavi, Isco, and Cubarsí return to boost the squad. Yamal, Dani Olmo, and Nico Williams may start in an explosive front three. Real Madrid's new signing, Huijsen, may face his new teammates.
France will manage fatigue from their UCL finalists but still bring serious firepower. Mbappe leads the line, with Pavard and Gusto likely to start in a reshuffled backline. Lyon’s Rayan Cherki pushes for his senior debut after a fine season.
🔢Match Stats & Betting Odds | Draw = 3.33💵
⚽ Spain is unbeaten in 20 straight games, scoring 2+ goals in 15 of those. | Specials Market: (Double Chance & GG/NG) Home/Draw & Yes = 2.33
⚽ France has scored 9 goals in their last 4 UNL away matches. | Specials Market: (O/U & GG/NG) Over 2.5 & Yes = 2.33
⚽ 4 of the last 5 meetings between these two teams were decided by just one goal. | Main Market: (Handicap) 0:1 Away = 1.58
Both sides are packed with talent and determined to make history, setting up a Nations League classic in Stuttgart. Don’t blink—this one could go the distance.
🔗Watch Spain vs France (UEFA Nations League) on MSport.
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