Old rivals Chile and Argentina are set to lock horns yet again in World Cup qualifying on Thursday, with the matchup inching closer to the century mark in total meetings between the two.
Chile, once a South American powerhouse, now look like a shadow of their former selves. The golden days of consecutive Copa América titles and back-to-back World Cup appearances feel like a distant memory.
Under Ricardo Gareca, the team has shown some signs of life following that shocking home defeat to Bolivia last year, dropping just one of their last four qualifiers. But unless the stars align, their path to the World Cup still looks more like a pipe dream.
Argentina, on the other hand, are sitting pretty. With qualification already in the bag after steamrolling Brazil 4-1 in March, Lionel Scaloni’s men might take a chance to shuffle the deck.
The reigning world champs are the cream of the crop in CONMEBOL, riding a three-match win streak and sitting eight points clear at the summit.
Here’s everything you need to know about Chile vs. Argentina, including TV channel and streaming options for the World Cup qualifier game.
Where to watch Chile vs. Argentina: Live stream, TV channel
- TV channel: –
- Live stream: Fanatiz
This match is not available for live TV broadcast in the US. Streaming options are available on Fanatiz.
Chile vs. Argentina World Cup qualifier start time
- Date: Thursday, Jun 5
- Time: 9:00 p.m. ET | 6:00 p.m. PT
Chile and Argentina will kick off at 9:00 p.m. ET on Thursday, June 5, 2025 from the Estadio Nacional Julio Martínez Prádanos in Ñuñoa, Chile.
Chile vs. Argentina predicted lineups, team news
Chile will be missing a couple of key cogs this week, with defender Paulo Díaz and midfielder Luciano Cabral both ruled out due to injury before even linking up with the national squad.
Veteran striker Eduardo Vargas has also been left out of the mix, signaling a shift toward fresher legs. However, captain Alexis Sánchez remains in the frame, even though his engine’s barely been revving this season at Udinese.
The seasoned forward has seen more bench than pitch with the Bianconeri, managing only a handful of starts all campaign — but his leadership presence still carries weight in a squad searching for direction.
Chile predicted lineup (4-3-3, right to left): Cortes (GK) — Loyola, Maripan, Sierralta, Suazo — Vidal, Echeverria, Pizarro — Osorio, Sanchez, Valdes.
Chile injuries: Paulo Díaz, Luciano Cabral, Eduardo Vargas.
Lionel Messi is back in the mix for Argentina, lacing up for his 192nd cap after sitting out the March fixtures with an injury. The Inter Miami maestro, still the nation’s all-time leader in both appearances and goals, is set to lead the charge once again.
Argentina will, however, be without a few familiar faces. Injuries have sidelined the likes of Alexis Mac Allister, Paulo Dybala, and Lisandro Martínez, while Lautaro Martínez has made the cut despite dealing with late-season knocks at Inter Milan.
Four fresh faces are hoping to make their mark, including Enzo Barrenechea, who turned heads during a standout loan spell with Valencia. But the spotlight may shine brightest on teenage sensation Franco Mastantuono — the 17-year-old prodigy already generating buzz as the next gem from Argentina’s talent factory.
Argentina predicted lineup (4-3-1-2, right to left): E Martinez (GK) — Molina, Romero, Otamendi, Tagliafico — De Paul, Enzo, Paredes — Messi, La Martinez, Alvarez.
Argentina injuries: Alexis Mac Allister, Paulo Dybala, Lisandro Martínez.
Chile schedule 2025
Here are Chile’s next two games:
| Date | Game | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 5 | vs. Argentina | 9:00 p.m. |
| Jun 10 | at Bolivia | 4:00 p.m. |
Argentina schedule 2025
Here are Argentina’s next two games:
| Date | Game | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 5 | at Chile | 9:00 p.m. |
| Jun 10 | vs. Colombia | 8:00 p.m. |
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