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    Argentina VS Benin

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    Argentina
    Argentina 0
    0 Benin
    Benin
    Riding on two dominant friendly victories over Bolivia and Burkina Faso, the world's second-ranked Argentina hold overwhelming overall advantages playing on their home ground. This fixture marks Lionel Messi's farewell appearance for the national team. Multiple attacking players including Lautaro, Alvarez, Nico Paz, Prestianni and Mastantuono have posted solid form in recent matches, with goals coming from all areas of the front line. The team's mature tactical system is anchored by top-tier talents across the backline and midfield, including Damian Martinez, Romero, Lisandro Martinez, Mac Allister and Enzo Fernandez. Minor issues remain for the side: Molina and Paredes are suspended, while Dybala, Foyt and several other players are sidelined due to club commitments or injuries, which thins the squad's depth at right back and backup midfield positions. Messi has just recovered from hamstring fatigue, so his playing time and on-pitch intensity in this tie will likely be restricted. Even with these small drawbacks, Argentina's home advantage, strong competitive will and far superior squad quality will allow them to apply constant high pressure, which Benin will find extremely difficult to withstand for long.
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    • João
      João
      Lionel Messi is set to earn his 208th senior cap for the Argentina national team here. The Argentine Football Association has custom-made a special commemorative jersey printed with his gilded name and No.10 for this milestone, while many of his veteran teammates from the 2022 World Cup winning squad have been invited to the stands with their family members, and an exclusive farewell ceremony will be held right after the full-time whistle. The Argentina squad carries a total market value of over 700 million euros. They have delivered two lopsided wins in their latest friendlies, beating Bolivia 4-0 before routing Burkina Faso 7-0, racking up 11 total goals without conceding a single one across both matches to show impeccable form on both attack and defense. Benin’s total squad value stands at roughly 8 million euros. In their recent Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, they grabbed a 1-1 draw against Burkina Faso and a 2-1 victory over Mauritania, boasting reliable low-block defending a
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      INT FRL Argentina 0-0 Benin
    • Nortólive
      Nortólive Won 9/11
      The iconic Estadio Monumental in Buenos Aires, which holds around 85,000 fans, will be the stage for this highly meaningful fixture. The Argentine Football Association has arranged for the entire 2022 World Cup winning squad to attend the match, building a grand ceremonial vibe for Lionel Messi’s 208th national team appearance, his final farewell show on home soil in Argentina. The visiting Benin side faces a very tough travel load for this tie. They just finished two Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers before making the exhausting transcontinental flight to South America, and need to head back to Africa right after the full-time whistle. Argentina head coach Scaloni has noted that the main goal of this training camp is to help young players adapt to the team’s tactical style, while admitting the national side must keep moving forward after Messi’s departure from the international stage. Benin goalkeeper Djigounou has publicly stated that his team comes here to play a serious compet
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      INT FRL Argentina 0-0 Benin
    • Fernando Giordano
      Fernando Giordano
      Marked as Lionel Messi’s farewell fixture representing Argentina’s national side, this game at the iconic Estadio Monumental will welcome a full house of supporters. Core members from the team’s World Cup-winning cycle including De Paul, Lo Celso and Otamendi have returned to the squad or are present for the occasion. Scaloni is highly expected to roll out a lineup that perfectly balances the match’s ceremonial significance and competitive edge. Emi Martinez will still start in goal, with Cristian Romero anchoring the central defensive partnership to form a backline packed with rich top-flight match experience. In midfield, De Paul’s relentless coverage across the pitch, Alexis Mac Allister’s smooth link-up play, and the creative spark from either Lo Celso or Nico Paz, will allow Argentina to sustain dominance in possession and progressive build-up against their opponents. Up front, the attacking trio of Messi, Lautaro Martinez and Julian Alvarez poses consistent threats th
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      INT FRL Argentina 0-0 Benin
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