How to watch Argentina vs Bolivia live: stream link, TV channel, team news, prediction

Argentina could be on the precipice of qualifying for the 2026 World Cup if the reigning tournament champions cool off in scorching Bolivia in Buenos Aires on Tuesday.

Lionel Scaloni's men sit at the top of the CONMEBOL table with 19 points from nine games, eight points clear of seventh place in the playoffs.

Bolivia is thriving, winning three straight qualifying games, including an impressive 1-0 win over Colombia in El Alto on Thursday. Santos star Miguel Terceros has scored in all three wins and now has the chance to see off the two-time reigning Copa America winners.

How to watch Argentina vs Bolivia live, with stream link, TV channel and start time

Kick-off time: 8 p.m. ET – Tuesday, October 15th

Venue: Estadio Monumental – Buenos Aires

TV channels: Telemundo Sports En VivoNBC Universo en Espanol

Will Lionel Messi play for Argentina against Bolivia?

It has been reported by TyC Sports that Lionel Messi will start the game in Buenos Aires.

Should Messi actually start against Bolivia, it would be the first time he has played a game in Argentina since November 2023.

Messi recently made his comeback for MLS Supporters' Shield champions Inter Miami after a long injury layoff, recovering from a busy summer with Argentina at the Copa America in the United States.

Argentina team news, focus

Argentina drew with Venezuela last time out in Maturin after Nicolas Otamendi's goal was canceled out when Salomon Rondon scored for La Vinotinto (yes, it's 2024). Three very young players are in the squad: Como striker Nico Paz, Facundo Buonanotte from Leicester City and Lanu defender Julio Soler comes into the game. Only Buonanotte has one international match (two).

Team news from Bolivia, Focus

Terceros has been a leading figure in this lesser-known team, but there is quality in all phases of the game. Luis Haquin's team has a strong national influence and is very familiar with each other, although there are also many young people in the squad.

Argentina vs Bolivia prediction

Surely not? A reality check for Bolivia awaits you in Buenos Aires. If this is not the case, then the Bolivians are well on their way to surprisingly qualifying for the World Cup, as points in Argentina are a big challenge for anyone. Argentina – Bolivia 3:1,