Key Stats & Insights
- Argentina has been in exceptional form, losing only one of their last 14 matches and winning the remaining 13.
- In their opening Copa America game, Argentina secured a 2-0 victory against Canada at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
- Chile played to a 0-0 draw with Peru in their first Copa America match at AT&T Stadium.
- Chile has struggled offensively in recent Copa America games, failing to score in their last three matches, resulting in 378 minutes without a goal.
Game Preview
Chile enters this game following a goalless draw against Peru. Despite dominating possession with 65% and having 11 attempts at goal, only one was on target. This match highlighted their ongoing struggle to find the back of the net, as they have failed to score in five of their last six games.
Argentina secured a 2-0 win over Canada, with goals from Julián Álvarez and Lautaro Martínez. They maintained 65% possession and had 19 attempts on goal, nine of which were on target. Argentina’s defense has been resolute, conceding only two goals in their last six matches.
Team Form and Performance
Chile – Last 10 Competitive Games
- Wins: 2
- Draws: 3
- Losses: 5
- Goals Scored: 6
- Goals Conceded: 15
- Average Possession: 53.1%
- Shots on Goal: 3.0 per game
- Leading Scorers: Marcelino Núñez and Alexis Sánchez (2 goals each)
- Key Player: Claudio Bravo (Goalkeeper, 1 clean sheet)
Argentina – Last 10 Competitive Games
- Wins: 9
- Losses: 1
- Goals Scored: 26
- Goals Conceded: 6
- Average Possession: 57.1%
- Shots on Goal: 5.7 per game
- Leading Scorers: Lionel Messi (7 goals), Julián Álvarez (3 goals)
- Key Player: Emiliano Martínez (Goalkeeper, 2 clean sheets)
Head-to-Head Records
In their last six encounters since March 2017, Argentina has won three times, with three matches ending in draws. Argentina has outscored Chile 7-4 in these matches. The last meeting, on January 28, 2022, saw Argentina win 2-1 in Calama.
Player Form and Availability
Chile Predicted Lineup:
- Goalkeeper: Claudio Bravo
- Defenders: Mauricio Isla, Igor Lichnovsky, Paulo Díaz, Gabriel Suazo
- Midfielders: Diego Valdés, Erick Pulgar, Marcelino Núñez
- Attackers: Alexis Sánchez, Eduardo Vargas, Víctor Dávila
Argentina Predicted Lineup:
- Goalkeeper: Emiliano Martínez
- Defenders: Nahuel Molina, Lisandro Martínez, Cristian Romero, Marcos Acuña
- Midfielders: Leandro Paredes, Rodrigo De Paul, Alexis Mac Allister
- Forwards: Ángel Di María, Julián Álvarez, Lionel Messi
Market Analysis (Odds)
Argentina is a heavy favorite with a 70% chance of winning, according to bookmakers, with odds of 1.42. Chile’s odds of winning are set at 7.00, making them the clear underdogs. The under 2.5 goals market is favored, and “Both Teams to Score No” is priced at 1.62, indicating expectations of a low-scoring match.
Predictions
Argentina 2 – Chile 0
Argentina’s strong form and solid defense make them the favorites. Chile’s struggle to score and Argentina’s consistent scoring form suggest a comfortable win for Argentina. Backing Argentina with a -1.5 goals handicap at odds of 2.25 is a sound bet.