FIFA World Cup qualification (CONMEBOL) : Argentina vs Venezuela Prediction & Betting Tips

Match: South American Qualifiers - Argentina vs. Venezuela

Local Kick-off Time: 19:30, Sept 4

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Handicap Prediction

Asian Handicap: Argentina -1.75

European Handicap: Home Win

Predicted Scores: 3-0, 3-1, 4-1

Predicted Total Goals: 3, 4, 5

Comprehensive Prediction & Analysis

Argentina has maintained stable form in recent World Cup qualifiers: remaining unbeaten in their last 5 matches, earning 13 points, securing a World Cup spot early, and topping the South American qualifying table. Hosting this match, Argentina can fully focus on squad integration and tactical drills, aiming to further improve the team’s overall teamwork and tactical execution.Lionel Messi’s position in the Argentine squad is irreplaceable; he is undoubtedly the soul of the team. Every touch and breakthrough by Messi on the pitch is like a hidden bomb that could detonate at any time, possessing the great power to change the course of the match. In addition, forwards such as Ángel Di María and Lautaro Martínez are also in excellent form, and their outstanding performances provide diverse options for Argentina’s attack. Argentina’s attacking firepower shows a multi-point scoring trend, which will undoubtedly put unprecedented pressure on the opponent’s defense.

The visiting team Venezuela is currently under immense pressure. In their last match, they lost 0-2 away to Uruguay, ending their two-match winning streak. They currently sit in 7th place in the group, only 1 point ahead of 8th-placed Bolivia. In this critical situation, Venezuela must strive to gain points in subsequent matches to retain a glimmer of hope for qualification. Notably, in their away matches in this World Cup qualifying campaign, Venezuela has performed poorly, remaining winless so far with 2 draws and 6 losses.For Venezuela to find opportunities in this match, the performance of young players will be crucial. The on-field performances of rising stars such as Yeferson Soteldo and Jefferson Herrera will largely determine the direction of the match. In particular, in the execution of counterattack tactics, how to skillfully capitalize on potential mistakes by Argentina will be the key factor for Venezuela to gain an advantage.

Summary

The initial Asian Handicap line gave Argentina a -1.75 goal advantage, which has remained consistent so far. From the perspective of historical head-to-head records, Argentina undoubtedly holds a great psychological advantage. In their last 10 encounters, Argentina achieved 5 wins, 3 draws, and 2 losses. In the more recent 4 encounters, Argentina remained unbeaten with 3 wins and 1 draw. Notably, the first leg of this World Cup qualifier between the two teams ended in a 1-1 draw, which was the only previous confrontation between Argentina’s coach Lionel Scaloni and Venezuela’s coach Leonardo Battiista. With Argentina returning home for this match, a big win is within reach.