Top 5 predictions for Argentina vs Brazil | 2022 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers

#3 Argentina to take the fight to Brazil

Uruguay v Argentina - FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Qualifier

No team have beaten Argentina in the 2022 World Cup qualifiers yet, but La Albiceleste have been subjected to four frustrating stalemates. They will do their best not to add another draw to their tally.

Playing at the Estadio San Juan del Bicentenario, Argentina will look for a memorable, morale-boosting win over Brazil in front of their supporters. Team captain Lionel Messi came on in the final stretch of Argentina’s 1-0 win over Uruguay and should be fit to start.

Angel di Maria, who scored the winner against Uruguay, is also raring to go and should get the nod to start.

In their last competitive meeting, in the final of the Copa America, Argentina got the better of Brazil. Tuesday’s clash may not be as significant, but Argentina are likely to approach it with the same ferocity and hunger.

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#2 Vinicius Jr to get a shot to impress

Venezuela v Brazil - FIFA World Cup 2022 Qatar Qualifier

Thanks to their exceptional run of form in the 2022 World Cup Qualifiers, Tite’s Brazil have booked their ticket to Qatar. The Blue and Yellows have not only been imperious in front of goal, but they have also been the meanest team out there. Their great performances early in the campaign have won them some breathing room, giving them the opportunity to experiment.

Real Madrid winger Vinicius Jr. is one of those fringe players who deserves a shot at regularity. The natural left-winger has been Los Blancos’ second-best performer this season, only behind Karim Benzema, scoring nine goals and providing seven assists.

The 21-year-old is also an excellent dribbler, has exceptionally quick feet, and can single-handedly influence the outcome of a match.

With Neymar ruled out with a thigh injury, Brazil need some inspiration from the left hand side. Vinicius, who looked at ease against Colombia in the last match, could be his perfect replacement.

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#1 Argentina-Brazil game to end in a draw

Uruguay v Argentina - FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Qualifier

Argentina and Brazil have fought each other a whopping 112 times. Brazil have won 46 games. Argentina, on the other hand, have come out on top 41 times.

The remaining 25 games ended with spoils shared. We believe the upcoming game will add to the final statistic.

We do expect the two teams to hit the back of the net at least once, but are not holding our breath for anything extraordinary on Tuesday.

We predict Brazil and Argentina will play out a 1-1 draw in their 2022 World Cup Qualifier.