Colombia vs Argentina Prediction & Betting Tips - World Cup

Prediction published on 10/09/2024, 07:51  by Joseph King in World Cup Predictions

We approach the halfway mark in the CONMEBOL 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign with the biggest match of the round as third-place Colombia host leaders Argentina. Let’s get into our prediction for this Copa America final rematch between Los Cafeteros and La Albiceleste.

All eyes will be on the Estadio Metropolitano on Tuesday as Argentina and Colombia square off for the first time since contesting the Copa America final back in July. Argentina were the victors on the day thanks to a Lautaro Martinez strike in extra time, securing what would be an incredible fourth trophy in the last four years.

Argentina carved the Chilean defense open in the second 45 minutes of their match on Thursday to secure a 3-0 victory. They’ve now won their last 12 matches in a row (two by penalty shootout) and are comfortably clear atop the qualifying standings. Six victories from seven fixtures has them on 18 points and four clear of second-place Uruguay.

It’s no coincidence that this match is starting at 3:00 PM local time as the Colombians will look to gain the advantage by playing in the intense Barranquilla heat. Their last outing saw them scrape a point in a 1-1 stalemate away vs Peru to lift them up to 13 points.

It also means that Los Cafeteros remain the only unbeaten team in the qualifying campaign with three wins and four draws. While Argentina ended Colombia’s overall unbeaten run at 28 games, they still remain unbeaten in regulation time. That streak is now up to an impressive 30 games with their last defeat in 90 minutes coming back in February of 2022.