As the 2022 FIFA World Cup started this weekend, Mexico and Argentina teams will square off at the Lusail Ground in a Group C match on Sunday.
Argentina vs. Mexico Preview
Argentina needs a lift because their World Cup 2022 journey is off to a poor start. Argentina has to bounce this week after their humiliating 2-1 defeat to Saudi Arabia last time.
Mexico will have to work extremely hard to progress after their opening encounter ended in a 0-0 draw with Poland. El Tri is a formidable opponent and will be determined to prevent Lionel Messi’s team from achieving a crucial victory on Saturday.
Argentina vs. Mexico Match
| Date | 27-11-22 |
| Time | 12:00 Am |
| Venue | Lusail Ground |
Argentina vs. Mexico Head-to-Head
In the 35 games played between the two teams, Argentina has a strong record versus Mexico and has won 16, compared to Mexico’s five wins. Argentina hasn’t lost in ten straight games versus Mexico in all tournaments. Their single loss came in the 2004 Copa America by 1-0.
After their loss to Saudi Arabia this week, Argentina had won 13 straight matches at the World Cup against nations outside of Europe.
In their most recent six FIFA World Cup games, Argentina has lost four times, matching the number of losses they had in their previous 25 games combined.
Argentina suffered a 2-1 defeat in their opening match of the FIFA World Cup 2022, and they now face the possibility of losing their first two games in a single World Cup for the first time.
Argentina vs. Mexico Prediction
Argentina’s defeat by Saudi Arabia surprised them, and they can’t afford to drop points in its remaining two group matches. Due to Lionel Messi’s fatigue, Argentina must back up its captain in this game.
Mexico battled in their opening game against Poland despite having a good lineup. Argentina has the upper hand in this game because they are historically superior.
Prediction: Argentina 2-1 Mexico
