Match Overview

Argentina will take on Burkina Faso in an international friendly, marking a crucial moment for the team as they seek to maintain their momentum following a 4-0 victory over Bolivia. This match comes after Argentina's disappointment in the World Cup 2026 final against Spain, and fans are eager to see how coach Lionel Scaloni's squad responds.

In their last encounter, Argentina showcased their strength, with Lautaro Martinez, Nico Paz, Cristian Romero, and Jose Manuel Lopez contributing to a comprehensive win. This victory extended Argentina's impressive unbeaten streak in international friendlies, which has now reached 20 matches since a draw with Uruguay in 2019.

As Argentina prepares for this match, their goal is to secure a 21st victory and maintain their positive trajectory ahead of a significant match against Benin, which is expected to be Lionel Messi's farewell appearance for the national team after over two decades of service.

Burkina Faso's Challenge

On the other hand, Burkina Faso enters the match with a more favorable recent record compared to Bolivia. Under coach Amir Abdou, they have demonstrated a solid performance in the African Cup of Nations qualifiers, recently drawing with Benin and defeating the Central African Republic 1-0. This places them second in Group F of the AFCON 2027 qualifiers, keeping their hopes alive for participation in the finals.

Despite their recent successes, Burkina Faso faces a daunting challenge against Argentina, a team with extensive experience and skill on the world stage. They have never qualified for the World Cup and have limited experience playing against top-tier teams, especially in away matches.

Player Conditions

Argentina's squad may see some changes due to concerns over Lautaro Martinez's fitness following his exit from the match against Bolivia. Should he be unavailable, Jose Manuel Lopez is likely to take his place alongside Julian Alvarez in the attack. The team has also introduced several new players, including Roman Vega and Ezequiel Fernandez, who are eager to make their mark.

For Burkina Faso, they appear to be in good shape with no major injuries reported after their recent qualifiers. Edmond Tapsoba has recovered from an injury and is expected to play, while Lassina Traore may step up if Ouattara is unable to participate. Traore boasts an impressive scoring record with 14 goals for the national team.

Projected Lineups

• Argentina: E. Martinez, Giay, Romero, L. Martinez, Vega, Paz, Palacios, Equi, Prestianni, Alvarez, Lopez.
• Burkina Faso: Koffi, Kabore, Djiga, E. Tapsoba, Kouassi, A. Tapsoba, Doucet, Ouedraogo, Bouda, Traore, Zagre.

The match between Argentina and Burkina Faso is scheduled to kick off at 7:00 AM local time on October 4.