Argentina vs Australia National Football Team Lineup

Argentina and Australia will meet just six months after their last-16 match in Qatar for an international friendly at Beijing Workers Stadium.

Lionel Scaloni may make some changes for this match. Julian Alvarez from Manchester City may start alongside Enzo Fernandez and Rodrigo de Paul, with Alexis Mac Allister of Liverpool also in contention following an impressive showing against Poland.

Argentina

Argentina is renowned for being one of the greatest teams ever and holds a special place in many fans’ hearts. They have appeared in six FIFA World Cup finals since 1930 – the inaugural game on 30 July 1930 was won 4-2 against Uruguay before they wouldn’t make another final until 1986 where Diego Maradona led his side to victory and won his second championship title – an achievement still celebrated today by many football enthusiasts worldwide.

Argentina national football team was officially founded in 1902, although matches had already taken place prior to this date. Their first official competition was at the 1928 Olympic Games where they won bronze. Subsequently they entered an open tournament called Campeonato Sudamericano that comprised professional clubs competing against one another for victory.

At the 1958 World Cup, Argentina wasn’t expected to emerge victorious; their squad experienced numerous difficulties, including goalkeeping difficulties in the final against West Germany. Still, Argentina went on to win but with controversy: accusations of racism against German players marred the final and Maradona was disqualified due to testing positive for ephedrine use during practice matches.

Argentina currently sits atop the global rankings and will look to extend their unbeaten streak against Australia. Manchester United player Alejandro Garnacho and Brighton resident Facundo Buonanotte could both make their international debuts while Lionel Messi will notch his 200th cap.

Australia

The Australia national football team, commonly referred to as the Socceroos, represents Australia in international competition. Under Football Australia’s control, this men’s national association football team represents their home nation on international stages. Competing five times at FIFA World Cups including three final appearances; winning four OFC Nations Cup titles

Argentina and England have enjoyed an intense rivalry that dates back to 1966 World Cup and beyond. In 1986, these teams met again for a quarter-final match and in which Argentina prevailed with Diego Maradona scoring one of the greatest goals ever seen in sport – widely considered one of the greatest goals ever scored by any athlete in sports history.

Over recent years, Australia’s national team has made tremendous advances. Led by several young players and boasting an excellent track record in working with youth players and introducing its best to international football academies in leading countries for apprenticeship programs; its players have gone on to compete at major tournaments like 2024 AFC Asian Cup and 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Mark Schwarzer and Tim Cahill have become two prominent members of Australia’s national football team. Schwarzer currently holds the record for most caps played for his national side; having appeared 109 times.

Lineups

Australian national football team represents Australia in international men’s soccer competitions. It competes regularly in Asian Cup and World Cup qualification events; Olympic games; Pan American Games; as well as membership with FIFA, UEFA, and CONMEBOL.

Argentina vs Australia National Football Team Lineup, Australian National Football Team once considered themselves perennial contenders for World Cup glory, yet repeatedly fell short of making play-offs, losing to North Korea, Israel, Scotland, and Argentina among others. Furthermore, during qualifying rounds the Australian national team fell to Brazil twice more and eventually to Argentina again in 1994 and 2002 respectively.

However, Australia’s national football team enjoys an outstanding reputation for its attacking capabilities. Goal scorers on this side of the pond are known for breaking through defensive lines to create openings for teammates. Furthermore, this national side possess vast tournament experience as well as being well organized.

The opening match between Argentina and Canada promises to be an exhilarating battle that serves as a test for both sides. Argentina are reigning Copa America champions and look to extend their reign over Canada; Canada are looking to prove they belong in world soccer by fielding strong lineups with established stars and emerging talents alike.

Head-to-Head

Argentina national football team, commonly referred to as La Albiceleste, represents Argentina in international men’s soccer competitions. Since 1930 when their first World Cup final appearance took place and Diego Maradona won it for Argentina at 1986 final, six FIFA World Cup finals have been reached with six appearing as finals – plus 16 Copa America championship wins!

Australia’s national football team, more commonly referred to as the “Socceroos,” is an international men’s soccer team controlled by the Australian Football Federation. FIFA ranks them 29th worldwide and they compete in continental and regional tournaments as well as Olympic competition.

Head-to-Head Record Australia’s only win against Argentina came during a friendly in Sydney in 2023 thanks to goals scored by Brandon Borrello and Harry Souttar. Australia will have another chance at victory when these sides meet this month, though Lionel Messi may prove too strong an opponent to overcome – with his sublime skill vs Souttar’s towering physicality and defensive acumen bound to make for an exciting encounter!